Regional Assessments Manager

Department: Residential

Location: Bly House

Compensation: £62,000 - £65,000 / year

Description

Become an Eslander and start a truly rewarding career!

Esland are embarking on an exciting period of growth and are therefore looking for a passionate Regional Manager to join us on this journey. You will be responsible for our Children's Assessments Homes based in Burton-Upon-Trent, Buxton, Shifnal (Shropshire), Northwich and Lutterworth (travel between these locations will be required).

Our assessment homes offer a lifeline to young people who are in crisis. They provide local authorities with immediate intervention and offer short-term, urgent care, accommodating for both emergency and non-emergency admissions.

Over a 12 week period, our young people are offered security, support, and stabilisation in a nurturing and peaceful environment.

Every placement provides excellent levels of residential support, access to education and the opportunity to participate in an outdoor adventure programme (each home has an AALA licence).

Our child centred, tailored and therapeutic assessment model helps us determine what support a young person needs and defines their next steps.

Key Responsibilities

• Management of the Home Managers within your region
• Creating and maintaining quality services and effective placements
• Ensuring that staffing levels are adequate to meet the needs of the home and that rotas are upheld
• Managing referrals in conjunction with the Home Managers and Business Development Team
• Managing budgets – including staffing and maintenance resources
• Ensuring that staff are recruited and trained according to company policy and relevant legalisation
• Ensuring that the homes have the correct resources and environment in which children can develop
• Ensuring that all Esland policies and procedures are implemented and are followed at all times
• Ensuring that all young people experience a placement experience that is personalised to their particular needs, identified through a robust assessment system and placement matching
• Keeping effective records, monitoring progress and taking appropriate action to ensure service delivery
• Conducting staff evaluation & regular supervisions with Home Managers
• Liaising with external support agencies
• Developing a Regional Development Plan and individual Personal Development Plans for all managers and ensuring their implementation
• To ensure that the safeguarding of all young people underpins every decision made
• To support the home managers within your region and ensuring that the homes are running in a cost effective and quality way, delivering excellent outcomes, care experience and customer satisfaction
  
  
  

What we are looking for from you:

• Direct knowledge and experience of Ofsted inspections and expectations
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to all tasks
• A minimum of 2 years experience in a position relevant to the residential care of children (within the last 5 years)
• A minimum of 1 year experience in a role requiring the supervision and management of staff working in a care role
• A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children and Young Peoples Services (or an accepted equivalent)
• A full, UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, (Monday to Friday), however you will need to be flexible to meet the needs of the business
  
  
  

What we can offer you:

• Salary between £62,000 to £65,000 plus £4,800 car allowance per annum
• Bonus potential up to £13,500 based on outcomes
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company sick pay scheme
• Life insurance
• Healthcare cashback plan
• Access to GP online
• Access to the Esland Green Car Scheme
• Enrolment into Esland pension scheme
• Comprehensive, paid induction training (that is accredited through the Bild Association of Certified Training) and ongoing training within the role
• Cycle to work scheme
• A £500 bonus via our 'Refer a Friend’ scheme
• Monthly recognition awards
• Casual dress code
• Access to big-brand deals and discounts via our employee benefits scheme E-Together
• Free parking
• A day off for your birthday (in addition to your holiday entitlement)
• Access to a holiday home based in the Peak District where you can stay for free, on the company!
• The opportunity to make a real difference to children's lives!