Bradstow
Deputy Home Manager - 41
Bradstow, Kent, Washington, us, 98089
Establishment:
Bradstow SchoolLocation:
CT10 1BYSalary:
15.98 - 17.12Department:
41 Week CareJob Type:
Full TimeClosing Date:
12/05/2024 23:55Interview Date:
ASAPStart Date:
ASAPContract Type:
PermanentContract Term:
TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeksHours per Week:
41.00Weeks per Year:
41.00Pay Grade:
RSWThe Role
41 hours per week, 41 weeks per year.Bradstow is a creative and unique residential school for children between the ages of 5 & 19. It is situated in 13 acres of parkland in Broadstairs, Kent. We seek to meet the needs of children and young people with autism and severe learning difficulties with associated behaviours that may be challenging using a Gentle Teach approach and engaging in reflective practice. We have achieved national recognition for our developments in Communication and Behaviour Management as well as having been awarded the Platinum standard for the Investors in People accreditation.Duties include:
Acting as shift leader for a group of staff and undertake day to day supervision of their work.Ensuring implementation of a previously agreed activity programme for each young person.Ensuring individual young people’s care, medical, behaviour and communication plans are carried out by all team members.Ensuring the implementation of policies formulated by the management team of the school.In discussion with the Home Manager, making and implementing decisions regarding the appropriate care of students, deployment of staff etc, and informing the care management team as appropriate.Supporting the team of care workers and advising on good working practice.Intervening when required to diffuse difficult situations or assist care workers in a manner supportive to their role.Ensuring parents are informed of their child’s progress and any issues relating to their child.Undertaking a keyworker role for specific students.The hours for this post may include some starts from 7.30am, some finishes at 10.00pm, weekend work and sleeping-in duties.For this post you will need to be willing to commit to achieving Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within 2 years of beginning employment at the school (if not already achieved).For all posts we look for candidates who are mature, warm, creative and open to learning with a patient and caring attitude to deal sensitively with vulnerable children.We offer a generous salary and benefits including:
Highly competitive Local Government Pension SchemePrivate medical insuranceInvestors In People Platinum Accredited employerFantastic training and development opportunitiesThorough induction processStrong health and well-being focusFree meals with our young peopleGenerous annual leaveThe selection process for this post will comprise of an interview, short literacy test and a presentation, the title of which successfully shortlisted applicants will be informed of prior to the interview.Please note that safeguarding of our young people is our number one priority at Bradstow, therefore all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and thorough pre-employment checks.Qualifications
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare - Pass (Essential)Level 2 NVQ in Safe Handling of Medication - Pass (Essential)Skills
Personal Attributes
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, parents and students (Desirable)Ability to work effectively within a team environment (Desirable)Leadership
Ability to advance equality and overcome disadvantage (Desirable)Experience
Experience working with students with diagnosed difficulties, SALT, ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia etc. (Desirable)Ability to manage pupil behaviour and create a safe environment (Desirable)Ability to produce reports in appropriate formats (Desirable)Experience/Knowledge
Knowledge and understanding of how children learn and how to motivate them (Desirable)Bradstow School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.Bradstow School is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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Bradstow SchoolLocation:
CT10 1BYSalary:
15.98 - 17.12Department:
41 Week CareJob Type:
Full TimeClosing Date:
12/05/2024 23:55Interview Date:
ASAPStart Date:
ASAPContract Type:
PermanentContract Term:
TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeksHours per Week:
41.00Weeks per Year:
41.00Pay Grade:
RSWThe Role
41 hours per week, 41 weeks per year.Bradstow is a creative and unique residential school for children between the ages of 5 & 19. It is situated in 13 acres of parkland in Broadstairs, Kent. We seek to meet the needs of children and young people with autism and severe learning difficulties with associated behaviours that may be challenging using a Gentle Teach approach and engaging in reflective practice. We have achieved national recognition for our developments in Communication and Behaviour Management as well as having been awarded the Platinum standard for the Investors in People accreditation.Duties include:
Acting as shift leader for a group of staff and undertake day to day supervision of their work.Ensuring implementation of a previously agreed activity programme for each young person.Ensuring individual young people’s care, medical, behaviour and communication plans are carried out by all team members.Ensuring the implementation of policies formulated by the management team of the school.In discussion with the Home Manager, making and implementing decisions regarding the appropriate care of students, deployment of staff etc, and informing the care management team as appropriate.Supporting the team of care workers and advising on good working practice.Intervening when required to diffuse difficult situations or assist care workers in a manner supportive to their role.Ensuring parents are informed of their child’s progress and any issues relating to their child.Undertaking a keyworker role for specific students.The hours for this post may include some starts from 7.30am, some finishes at 10.00pm, weekend work and sleeping-in duties.For this post you will need to be willing to commit to achieving Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within 2 years of beginning employment at the school (if not already achieved).For all posts we look for candidates who are mature, warm, creative and open to learning with a patient and caring attitude to deal sensitively with vulnerable children.We offer a generous salary and benefits including:
Highly competitive Local Government Pension SchemePrivate medical insuranceInvestors In People Platinum Accredited employerFantastic training and development opportunitiesThorough induction processStrong health and well-being focusFree meals with our young peopleGenerous annual leaveThe selection process for this post will comprise of an interview, short literacy test and a presentation, the title of which successfully shortlisted applicants will be informed of prior to the interview.Please note that safeguarding of our young people is our number one priority at Bradstow, therefore all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and thorough pre-employment checks.Qualifications
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare - Pass (Essential)Level 2 NVQ in Safe Handling of Medication - Pass (Essential)Skills
Personal Attributes
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, parents and students (Desirable)Ability to work effectively within a team environment (Desirable)Leadership
Ability to advance equality and overcome disadvantage (Desirable)Experience
Experience working with students with diagnosed difficulties, SALT, ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia etc. (Desirable)Ability to manage pupil behaviour and create a safe environment (Desirable)Ability to produce reports in appropriate formats (Desirable)Experience/Knowledge
Knowledge and understanding of how children learn and how to motivate them (Desirable)Bradstow School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.Bradstow School is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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