Common Thread has an exciting opportunity for an experienced House Manager to join us at our service in Abington. We are committed to providing safe, nurturing and supportive homes where children and young people can grow and recover from their experiences.
Benefits
- HSF Health Care
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
- Hospital Saturday Fund membership
- Discounted or free food
- Company events
About The Job
The Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced House Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of one of our residential homes. This is a key leadership role, responsible for creating a stable, safe and caring environment for the young people in our care, while supporting and developing a team of Therapeutic Support workers.
Common Thread has 14 Residential Child Care homes across Scotland. The successful candidate will be joining an existing management team and an organisation who believe in supporting their staff.
If you share our values of putting young people first, acting with honesty, integrity and professional courage at all times and bringing creativity into your work, If you have the drive to make a real difference and would like to join the Common Thread family, please click to apply.
What we look for
Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a leadership role within residential care or a relevant field
- Relevant professional qualifications in Social Work/Social Care. SVQ level 4 Social Services (Children and Young People), SVQ Leadership and Management for Care Services Level 4 are desirable.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection
- A trauma-informed approach and understanding of complex behavioural needs
- Ability to manage a team with empathy and professionalism
- Ability to work flexibly, participating in sleepover shifts and on call, which will involve some weekend working.
- Full UK driving license
