Our benefits
We are committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce alongside promoting innovation and creativity whilst keeping children, young people and families at the heart of all we do.
We really value our workforce and offer you a great benefits package including:
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28 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) and an additional 5 days, after 5 years
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Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health pension protection.
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Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days annual leave
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Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.
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Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.
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Flexible and family working arrangements including enhanced maternity benefits
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A permanent, supportive and inclusive management team where you will be empowered to make good professional decisions
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Extensive Learning & Development and career development opportunities
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Subsidised town centre car parking scheme
About the role
Are you looking for a varied, challenging and rewarding position where you can help make a difference to young people’s lives and supervise and mentor staff?
You will be working within a three bedded residential unit housing young people with a diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and learning difficulties between the ages of 7-18. The team are committed to providing the best quality care for the young people that they look after and as such we are looking for a candidate who will share that passion and have a genuine motivation to achieve the best possible care and outcomes for young people.
The role includes supporting with day-to-day life, which may include working alongside the children’s families and other professionals, assisting the children with education and life skills and providing the children with support and guidance and positive life experiences. We are a small home so we encourage a “family feel” where possible, this involves eating our meals together, creating positive relationships and supporting the care of our children from when they wake up in the morning to when they settle to their bedroom at night.
You will set up the daily shift planners, delegate tasks to the residential care workers, provide formal and informal supervision to residential and domestic staff and oversee a small care team that strives to improves outcomes for children and you will be responsible for the running of the shifts and day to day decision making.
There may also be occasions where you are responsible for the smooth running of the home in the absence of a manager and report writing of risk assessments and care plans.
For more information about this role or to arrange an informal chat please contact [email protected]
What will you be doing?
You will provide strong leadership to a team of support staff, guiding and motivating them to deliver the highest standard of care.
You will collaborate with social workers, therapists, and other professionals to develop and implement individualised care plans for each child, ensuring their physical, emotional, and psychological needs are met. You will complete risk assessments, PBSP, and any other paperwork related to the young person, demonstrating evidence-based practices. You will lead a care team focused on the young person’s progress and development.
Overseeing care plans, risk assessments, and documentation to meet Ofsted regulations.
Conducting regular supervision sessions with team members, offering guidance, feedback, and support to help them excel in their roles.
Ensuring the safety and well-being of all children within the home, monitoring and addressing any issues or concerns promptly.
You will advocate for the rights and best interests of the children, ensuring they have a voice in decisions that affect their lives.
You will work collaboratively with other team leaders and staff to maintain a cohesive and supportive work environment.
Maintaining accurate records of the children’s progress, behaviour, and any incidents, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Identifying training needs for team members and supporting their professional development to enhance their skills and knowledge
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.
About you
You are qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People
You need to be self-motivated, enthusiastic, patient and flexible amongst other things.
You will find it easy to establish and build positive relationships with Young People.
You will have a nurturing nature with a child centric approach to the support you give whether that be personal care or creating tailored experiences for our children.
Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence as you will be accompanying our children to appointments or activities.
Experience of working with young people with Autism in either a professional or voluntary capacity is essential, as is evidence of an ongoing interest and commitment to young people.
You have considerable experience and knowledge of working with children/adults with difficulties, challenging behaviour and or disabilities and you have knowledge of social work techniques and experience of residential provision.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Barred List check
Please note we do not offer sponsorship for this role so you should have the right to work in the UK without restrictions.
When applying please ensure your supporting statement details how you fulfil the essential criteria set out in the person specification as this will be used for shortlisting. You will need to provide a full employment history including any gaps since leaving full time education
About us
At Northamptonshire Children’s Trust, children, young people and families are at the heart of all we do – in every decision we make and every action we take. Our mission is driven by the unwavering commitment to achieving the best outcomes for them. The Trust is wholly owned and funded but operationally independent from the Councils.
Our workforce are our most valuable asset and are pivotal to making the services and support we offer to children, young people and families who need us to be the absolute best we can be.
We value our colleagues and empower them to be able to do the best job of their lives every single day, working in a culture of support and kindness where achievements are celebrated and creativity is very much welcomed.
At NCT equality, diversity and inclusion are part of us and in everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and thrive in our organisation. We are a disability confident employer and have a commitment to care leavers who we guarantee an interview if they meet the essential criteria.
Join our dedicated team and be a part of an organisation where your work makes a real difference.
