Social work service manager jobs in United Kingdom

As Assistant Manager at the Sindercombe Social, you’ll support the General Manager to lead a successful site. You’ll use your experience to inspire team members, and work together to provide guests with an experience they won’t forget. Join us at Castle Pubs, where each one of our pubs has its own story to tell. Think distinctive pubs packed with individuality, like minded regulars and a unique atmosphere. If you’ve got pints of personality, we want to hear from you. WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? Amazing progression opportunities! We believe in growing our own talent. Last year, we promoted over 150 Deputy Managers to General Managers. A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter, a family roast at Toby Carvery or socialising with friends in the city at All Bar One, we’ve got you covered. 20% discount across all off our brands for up to 5 friends and family. Discounts on gym memberships. Team Socials – work hard, play hard! On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS DEPUTY MANAGER YOU’LL… Use your management experience to be an assistant to the General Manager in the day to day running of the business. Train and inspire your team to deliver food, drink, and service to be proud of. Be the role model and guide development within your team. Ensure our guests are cared for, being the host to life’s memorable moments. Strive towards and achieve business targets.

We seek an individual who embodies passion, resilience, enthusiasm, motivation, outcome orientation, a commitment to continuous improvement, and forward-thinking. The ideal candidate will be Ofsted registered and possess at least 2 years of managerial experience within the last 5 years in a children's residential care setting. PERSON SPECIFICATION ESSENTIAL Have a minimum of 2 years' experience of managing an Ofsted children’s home. Experience of working in a Management Role within a children’s residential care setting Have an QCF Level 3 Diploma for the Children's and Young People's Workforce or QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification in Children and Young People's Services or willingness to work towards. Physically fit Proven ability to lead staff teams and line management experience, including supervisions. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Calm, approachable manner, adaptable and non-judgemental. Knowledge of Child Protection & Safeguarding. You're passionate and hold a strong belief in insuring that children and young people should have equal opportunities, a voice that should be heard. Sound knowledge and understanding of Children Homes regulation including Quality Standards 2015, The Children’s Homes (Amendment) Regulations 2011, Care Standards Act 2000, Ofsted and related legislation, and policies and procedures. DESIRABLE NVQ or Diploma Level 5 in Leadership & Management in Residential Children’s Services or equivalent. Social Work Qualification of Equivalent. Any relevant or transferrable skills, such as First Aid trained. Knowledge of the Children Act & Children’s Homes Regulations. Full UK Driving License. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES WILL COMPROMISE OF BUT NOT LIMITED TO: AS A REGISTERED MANAGER YOU WILL: Manage a two-bedroom home, providing a warm and nurturing environment, providing a safe and supportive environment for children and young people. Ensure the home is compliance with regulations by upholding superior standards of care and support for both children, young people, and the staff. Ensure strict adherence to the Children's Home Regulations 2015. Be responsible for the day-to-day operation/management of an Ofsted regulated residential provision. Manage the Residential Home and ensure the efficient operation of the service in accordance with the relevant legislation, procedures, policies, and the Statement of Purpose for the home. Assist and supervise in the continual assessment of the needs of the children and young people and to identify and prepare specific development plans to ensure the most appropriate service provision. Help with a thorough staff training and development plan so that the service has all the skills and expertise needed to support young people effectively. Ensure all staff consistently display professional ethics and behaviour. They will lead the coordination of service provision and serve as a central source of support, advice, and coaching for all staff. Take charge of safeguarding and advocating for individual rights, ensuring high-quality care that is devoid of oppression and where differences are embraced and respected. WHAT WE WILL ASSIST YOU WITH: Recruiting your staff team to help you establish a family-like environment where children and young people receive genuine support to grow and develop, while ensuring that staff feel welcomed, supported, and valued in fulfilling their roles. Leading your team and investing in their development. Supporting your continuous professional growth. Providing ongoing development programs for managers. We are seeking candidates with demonstrated managerial expertise in a Residential Care Setting, coupled with a fervent dedication to enhancing the lives and prospects of children and young individuals. The position requires an enhanced DBS disclosure, employment background check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK.

This role is vital to our success and the enjoyment of our guest’s experiences: "At the core of what we do are the four cornerstones of the experience we strive to deliver - one that is Safe, Secure, Fun, and Value for money. When we get this right, the beds fill the bars and the bars fill the beds’’. We’re all work and all play – combining a fun-filled, social work environment with professional development and fulfillment. This is a full time position, shifts may vary! Main responsibilities: Booking guests into the Hostel, advising on our offering and services Assisting guests with enquires and questions Managing the booking system, ensuring all office administration is accurate Ensuring an effective handover after your shift Working with the management team on security and safety Advising guests on London attractions Please note this position is for the night shift which usually runs from 11pm-7am Previous experience in a customer-based role is preferred but not essential

Summary of Role: As a Contact Supervisor, you will ensure that families are welcomed and supported when in the Supervised Contact Centre, in community settings and other appropriate venues as required. You will have an open-minded, flexible and caring approach towards children, parents and other family members who are attending supervised contact. Our aim is to provide a happy and positive experience for children, young people and their families. You will therefore ensure that children and young people are kept safe and that their emotional wellbeing is prioritised at all times. You will ensure the welfare of children and young people is at the forefront of the team’s work and ensure that Family Action and Hertfordshire’s safeguarding procedures are followed. You will provide an opportunity to support parents to maintain positive relationships with their children. Where required, you will oversee practical and emotional support for parents building a trusting relationship with them; this will help to make supervised contact sessions a positive experience for the children. Where contact is between the wider family group e.g., sibling contact, you will ensure the needs, preferences and experiences of all attendees are considered and supported. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: 1. To support the delivery of safe and effective supervised contact sessions. 2. To promote and maintain contact arrangements that are agreed between all parties including respecting the wishes of children and young people. 3. To ensure you have an understanding of, and comply with, Family Action’s and Hertfordshire’s procedures for promoting and safeguarding the welfare and safety of children and vulnerable adults, undertaking risk assessments before each session ensuring that the risks identified by Social Workers are mitigated. 4. To assess the quality of parenting observed during the supervised contact, ensuring that the key areas for observation identified by the Social Worker are addressed, and use this evidence to complete detailed and timely reports as required by the court and/or principal social worker. 5. To ensure that all supervised contact sessions are managed to ensure as positive experience for the children and young people as possible. 6. To recognise any risks of harm and intervene appropriately to de-escalate the risks or bring in additional support as required to safeguard the children. 7. To keep records of your work using Family Action systems, adhere to confidentiality, information sharing protocols and risk assessment processes. 8. To have the ability to travel to supervised contact sessions in other area’s (when required). 9. To contribute to the collection, recording and analysis of information required by commissioners, judiciary, principal social worker and Family Action and provide accurate reports as necessary. 10. To participate in personal supervision, funded training and appraisal processes to ensure your knowledge skills and practice is of a high standard. 11. To implement the principles of Family Action’s Equal Opportunities Policy in every aspect of your work and positively promote the principles of the policy amongst colleagues, service users and other members of the community. 12. To comply with Family Action’s Health and Safety Policy, Data Protection Policy and to protect the health, safety and welfare of yourself and others. 13. To ensure you have an understanding and comply with Family Action’s and Hertfordshire’s procedures for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. 14. To ensure the implementation of Family Action’s Diversity & Equality Policy and our Ethical Policy in every aspect of your work and positively promote the principles of these policies amongst colleagues, service users and other members of the community. 15. To comply with Family Action’s Health and Safety Policy, Data Protection Policy and to protect your own and others’ health, safety and welfare. 16. To work flexibly as may be required by the needs of the service and carry out any other reasonable duties as required. 17. Work flexibly to meet opening hours of the centres, including some Saturdays. 18. To demonstrate, at all times, Family Action’s values, which underpin Family Action’s mission of ‘building stronger families’ by: a) people focused b) Reflecting a ‘can do’ approach c) Striving for excellence in everything we do d) Having mutual respect for everyone we work with, work for and support through our services Person Specification 1. Educated to level two or above (or working towards) with experience of or a recognised professional qualification in social work, health, education, early years, youth work or equivalent, and evidence of a commitment to continuing learning and professional development. 2. The ability to work with families in conflict and the importance of remaining impartial, objective and focused on the needs of the child/children at all times. 3. Understanding of child development, attachment and appropriate parenting approaches. 4. The ability to demonstrate an understanding of safe working practices, risk assessment and risk management. 5. Good planning and excellent report writing and record keeping skills. Experience of and ability to use MS Office applications and electronic recording systems. 6. Understanding of the needs of families / individuals, and of the impact of disadvantage and social exclusion and a commitment to and willingness to promote inclusion and equality of opportunity for all. 7. A confident and professional approach to working with service users, stakeholders and colleagues. 8. Excellent verbal, listening and written skills, including basic IT skills. 9. The ability to priorities and organise workload effectively including the timely completion and submission of case records and reports. 10. The ability, commitment and willingness to work flexibly including evenings and weekends. 11. The ability and willingness to occasionally travel within the Hertfordshire area. 12. To demonstrate, at all times, Family Action’s values, which underpin Family Action’s mission of ‘building stronger families’ by: a) people focused b) Reflecting a ‘can do’ approach c) Striving for excellence in everything we do d) Having mutual respect for everyone we work with, work for and support through our services.