Rhondda Cynon Taff, Wales
Circa £26,000 per annum pro rata
Permanent, Part Time working 30 hours per week
Giving children and young people the foundations they need to thrive.
The role
Rhondda Short Breaks is a 4 bedded Residential Service in Pontypridd providing overnight short break stays to children and young people, aged between 5 and 18 who have a variety of disabilities including an autistic spectrum disorder, behaviour that may challenge or complex health needs.
As a Residential Team Leader your aim is to positively lead, safeguard children and young people and support the staff team to ensure a safe and friendly environment is provided for the children and young people whilst supporting the Registered Manager in the daily running of Rhondda Short Breaks to maintain Care Inspectorate Wales Registration and meet Minimum Standards.
You will make a difference by:
- Working closely with families and other professionals to ensure the Child and Young Person's views and voice is heard.
- Contributing and attending multi - agency meetings.
- Designing and implementing a 24/7 rota to support service delivery.
- Supervising and appraising the staff team.
- Ensuring safeguarding practices are in place.
You will need:
- A minimum of Level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent is required.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Previous experience in a supervisory role.
- A commitment to going that extra mile.
- Sound knowledge and understanding of safeguarding.
