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At Norbury Park all staff are aware of our core values of; care, community, nurture and support which we embed throughout our day-to-day practice and care for the young people/ children in our care. Safeguarding Norbury Park is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all residents within the setting. We are committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and for all voices to be heard. This post is classed as having the main responsibility and will be one of the main Designated Safeguarding Lead and so will have a high degree of contact with the vulnerable residents and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is therefore subject to an Enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure Barring Service. Role purpose To care for all Young people and Children within the residential home and ensure that they are always safe, well cared for and that you are working collaboratively with these young people to achieve their goals. To assist and lead and management of the team in the smooth running of the home, ensuring that staff are well trained and can appropriately manage the behaviours of the residents and that there are suitable staff ratio’s on shift at all times. Main Duties -Inducting all new staff -Ensuring appropriate paperwork is in place for each resident including; Risk assessments, Care plans, Support plan etc. -Supporting and managing a team -Rota all staff on regular, predictable shift patterns - Aiding the Completion of Quality Assurance Documents - Staff development; arrange training for staff, probations and supervisions - Supporting the QA visits (joint task) - Liaising with external professionals - Attend LAC and other professional meetings - Maintaining the daily write-ups and logs Initial Setup of Norbury Park -Ensure that the residence is registered and compliant with all necessary regulation services. Such as; Ofsted, CQC etc. -Interview and appoint new staff - Assist in the Establishment of a staff team that is appropriately trained to support the young people/children appropriately -Ensure that budgets and staffing are within the allocated amount each month Maintaining Norbury Park -To ensure that the day to day running of the Care Home is smooth and efficient Staffing/ Management -Provide advice, guidance and training to staff where required Safeguarding -Share responsibility of the Designated Safeguarding Lead alongside the Care home managers Communication -Liaise with the manager and the Directors and inform them of any important updates, related to the residents, finance amongst other day to day things. -Weekly and Monthly meetings with the Directors Administration/Organisational -Develop and oversee the implementation of the Director’s strategy within the Company -Keep up to date with legislation and government guidance relating to the work of the Company -To maintain accurate records in accordance with Norbury Park’s requirements -To fulfil the Company’s equal opportunities and safeguarding policy at all times, recognising and respecting the diversity of all who work within the Company. -Any other reasonable duties as requested by the Director of Finances Health and Safety -To be familiar with Health and Safety Regulations, policies and procedures and ensure they are adhered to withing your own area of responsibility. -To be aware of and follow fire policies and procedures, ensuring safety of residents and workers safety and welfare at all times Equality and Diversity -To enforce the zero tolerance policy of all forms of victimisation, discrimination and harassment in the workplace -To be tolerant of differences and use respectful language -Ensure professional standards and boundaries are clear - To treat everyone respectfully The duties and responsibilities above do not represent a full list of those expected of the post holder. It is also recognised that the duties of all posts are subject to change over time. All duties must be carried out in accordance with the Company’s equality and diversity policy, recognising and respecting the diversity of all who live and work at the Company. We reserve the right to amend your duties with notice and where possible we will aim to get your consent. Person Specification- Deputy Care Home Manager Qualifications Essential: -Safer Recruitment Desirable: -Designated Safeguarding Lead, Level 4 -Level 5 Registered Care Home Manager Experience Essential: -At least 2-years experience working with those who have complex needs such as; SEMH, physical aggression, verbal abuse etc. Desirable: -Worked with children from the age of 11-18 Knowledge & Understanding Essential: -Understand that the care home users will always take priority over anything else whilst also recognising and completing essential tasks at the same time. Abilities & Skills Essential: -Good communication skills -Passionate about working with those who have challenging behaviour -Leadership experience Other Desirable: -Hold a UK Driving licence and be willing to get business insurance Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £37,000.00 per year Benefits: - Additional leave - Company car - Company events - Company pension - On-site parking Schedule: - Monday to Friday - Overtime Supplemental pay types: - Performance bonus Work Location: In person

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Norbury Park Care Homes

About us At Norbury Park all staff are aware of our core values of; care, community, nurture and support which we embed throughout our day-to-day practice and care for the young people/ children in our care We are creative, supportive, collaborative and our goal is to care for Young people and Children within the residential home setting and ensure that they are always safe, well cared for and that we are working collaboratively with these young people/children to achieve their goals. At the heart of the work that we do is to support these individuals with their care and development needs, helping them to progress towards a more independent and well-rounded life. Role purpose To care for all Young people and Children within the residential home and ensure that they are always safe, well cared for and that you are working collaboratively with these young people/children to achieve their goals. To support these individuals with their care and development needs, helping them to progress towards a more independent and well-rounded life. Main Duties - Undertake all duties and responsibilities in accordance with: company policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, standards; good professional practice,, CQC and other regulatory requirements, relevant legislations, all legal and contractual obligations. - Provide advice, information and support to the residents. - To support and provide care for the young people/children in the home by assisting them with; bathing, eating, homework, education, behaviour, money management, travel training etc. - Ensure resident’s follow the homes rules and support the manager in investigating and taking action where these may have been breached. - Manage challenging behaviour which may require physical intervention to appropriately support the child/ young person. - Oversee the maintenance of accurate client records and databases and provide statistics for management and to assist with service evaluation in a timely fashion. - Support clients with the prompting of their medication, conduct accurate and timely medication audits and maintain accurate medication records. - Complete written documentation (support plans, Medication sheets, risk assessments) regarding the young people/ children to help and ensure their safety and development within our setting. - Take part in regular team meetings to discuss the residents, the progress that they are making, how their general well-being is as well as forming action plans to support them further. - Attend professionals meetings (where appropriate). - Assist in the transfer of individuals between agencies and services. Health and Safety - To be familiar with Health and Safety Regulations, policies and procedures and ensure they are adhered to within your own area of responsibility. - To be aware of and follow fire policies and procedures, ensuring safety of residents and workers safety and welfare at all times. Equality and Diversity - To enforce the zero tolerance policy of all forms of victimisation, discrimination and harassment in the workplace. - To be tolerant of differences and use respectful language. - Ensure professional standards and boundaries are clear. - To treat everyone respectfully. Norbury Park is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We believe in equal opportunities for employment and advancement, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Our dedication to equality extends to our recruitment process, professional development programs, and all aspects of employment. Join us in creating an environment that celebrates diversity and promotes equal opportunities for everyone. Benefits of working at Norbury Park as a Support Worker - 5 days of work a week - Annual Salary with the option for overtime if you wish - Annual Salary review with the option to be suggested for a one-off bonus - Bank Holiday extra pay - Christmas gift card - Pension scheme - Predictable rota, you are able to know your days off months’ in advance - 28 days of holiday per year - Friendly and collaborative work team - A team that is making a difference with extremely challenging and complex children/ young people - £20 per month towards a car wash if you provide business cover and drive the residents - Training opportunities; E-learning modules including; Food Safety Level 2, Safeguarding Children, GDPR, Emergency First aid at work. Further CPD opportunities such as Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare, Qualified First Aider course. We accept suggestions of courses that will help support/enable you in your role further. Additional Notes Candidates who have been shortlisted for an interview will be expected to complete our application form prior to their interview. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: From £24,400.00 per year Benefits: - Company events - Company pension - On-site parking - Sick pay Physical setting: - Care home - Residential home Shift: - 8 hour shift - Day shift - Night shift Work Location: In person

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