We are looking for a dynamic and creative individual to lead the management of our existing 16+ semi-independent living accommodation and to develop our independent living offer across the charity.
The Roots Foundation Wales was established in 2011 when a number of dedicated volunteers founded the centre in order to address gaps in provision for care-experienced children and young people. Since then Roots has become a registered charity and grown from strength to strength. In 2017 BBC Children in Need DIY SOS rebuilt ‘The Hut’ and turned it into a modern, state of the art youth centre and independent living accommodation provision. A new property offering a significant increase in our accommodation will come online later this year.
Location: Based in the Ravenhill area of Swansea.
Salary/ Rate of pay: £34-37K per annum, depending on experience.
Hours and duration: 37.5 hours per week.
Management: You will report to the Director. You will have line-management responsibility for a group of workers who cover the centre overnight and on weekends.
Role and responsibilities:
To oversee and manage the Independent Living Skills programme at The Roots Foundation Wales
To lead on the management of our supported accommodation, including: liaising with commissioners; processing referrals; making all necessary practical arrangements to welcome young people into the accommodation; safeguarding, health and safety and accommodation maintenance
To ensure the centre is compliant with the terms of the Swansea Council ‘Framework Agreement for Young Person Housing Related Support’
To ensure all contractual paperwork is completed with residents and with commissioners
To ensure the Finance Officer has the information necessary to be able to secure payment from commissioners
To act as the main point of contact for all matters relating to accommodation and independent living
To work alongside our young people, supporting them to be heard and to build on their strengths in order that they may develop their independent living skills while they are living at the centre
To ensure residents fully understand and comply with the rules of the centre
To follow and adhere to all policies including Safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, including maintaining accurate records
To follow and adhere to the policies and procedures related to data protection create and maintain accurate records
To undertake training relevant to the post
To contribute to the development of Roots, highlighting any shortfalls in service provision and working collaboratively with others to provide innovative service solutions
To check accommodation regularly and arrange any necessary repairs/maintenance as appropriate
Be prepared to cover evening and weekend shifts when needed
Person specification (all criteria essential unless otherwise stated):
Qualifications:
Level 3 qualification Health and Social Care or equivalent
Level 5 Management qualification (desirable)
Experience:
At least 5 years experience of direct work with care experienced children and young people
At least 2 years experience of supervising staff in a children’s services context
Experience of supporting children and young people within residential settings
Experience in funding applications and securing funding and complying with funding requirements.
Experience of working positively with other relevant agencies in a positive multi-agency approach
Knowledge:
In depth understanding of all aspects of safeguarding and data protection
Extensive knowledge of the issues that young people in care and those leaving care face on a daily basis
An understanding of the range of issues related to vulnerable children and young people, including CSE, CCE
An understanding of the importance of a trauma informed approach when working with care experienced children and young people
An understanding of NEET (Not in Education, Employment and Training) agenda as it applies to care experienced young people and of provisions to address this (desirable)
Skills:
Ability to influence commissioners and other stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of team
Ability to demonstrate and teach independent living skills
Approachable and empathetic
Highly organised, motivated and flexible
The ability to complete risk assessments, health and safety checks and relevant DBS/CRB checks.
Additional Information
Normal Hours of work will be between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday, however, some evenings and weekend work may be required.
Applicants should ideally have a full driving licence and the use of a car.
For further information contact Ceri Evans, Director, [email protected] 07971485688
Pay: £34,000.00-£37,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
