National Care Manager

Full Job Description

Acorn Education & Care are hiring a National Care Manager!

Role: National Care Manager

Salary: £65,000.00 per annum

Hours: Permanent, Full-time; (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 5.00pm)

Location: Home Based with National Travel

If you really want to make your mark in a rapidly growing business that is committed to improving the lives of children and young people, we have the role for you! We’re looking for a National Care Manager to join us! Someone who is committed to the Safeguarding and Support of young people would be perfect for this role.

About the Role

The National Care Manager role is a senior strategic management role for a specified region of 37 services across the Residential division of Acorn Education & Care, providing structured operational support, guidance and expertise. The role is responsible for the strategic development and performance of the Heads of Care, Registered Managers and their services, outside of day to day operational management.

The main focus for the National Care Manager will be on our care model integration, service improvement and people development. You will also be responsible for early intervention and support prior to crisis and ensure all support service delivery is in line with the OFG mission and values.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for someone who has had extensive and successful experience as a senior leader within a children or young person’s care environment. You should have a positive work ethic and have a track record of producing and effective leadership team. The suitable candidate will need to be able to work autonomously with very strong interpersonal skills.

You will have a willingness to travel nationally and be approachable for our team that have a lot of experience working with children and adults with complex needs. As part of this role you will be required to develop the team’s performance and abilities, so good communication skills and the ability to lead and manage strategically are vital.

You should have an extensive knowledge surrounding safeguarding people, as a main responsibility of the National Care Manager will be ensuring that safeguarding procedures are implemented correctly.  We want someone who places a focus on the positive outcomes of our children and adults and takes responsibility for helping improve the lives of our young people.

While experience of working with young people with special educational needs is desirable, excellent leadership skills, the right motivation and personal qualities are just as important.

Essential Criteria

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management is preferred
• Must have experience as a senior leader within children or young person’s care environment.
• Experience liaising with local authorities.
• Experience of independent visits and QA processes
• Experience of leading CPD in care and safeguarding
• A great understanding of Ofsted/CQC requirements

 How we reward you

• Salary: £65,000.00 per annum
• Car Allowance: £4,500.00 per annum
• Earn £1000 by referring a friend
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And market leading benefits offered through our Flexible Benefits Platform Vista that enable you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad, to use at high street stores, events, cinemas, restaurants and more!
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover

Acorn Education and Care are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. 

To apply now please click Apply on Company Site and follow the on screen instructions or call us today on 01204 927626 and speak to one our dedicated talent scouts!

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. All successful applicants will be subject to a fully enhanced DBS.t to a fully enhanced DBS.