Section Manager Residential Resources

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape support and develop Conwy's Residential Care home offer for children in Conwy. Conwy has a 10 year plan to gradually open a number of small care homes for children and we need someone who understands the complexities of designing and setting up children's homes within the Registration and Inspection of Social Care Wales Act 2016.

The successful applicant will work alongside the project manager to develop specifications for care homes and project manage the registration process. This will involve recruiting staff and developing policies and procedures for each setting and working alongside the Responsible Individual and Children Looked After Service Manager getting each service through the registration process.

The post holder will need to understand how the impact of trauma affects children and how to provide a therapeutic calming environment to help them through recovery.

This role offers flexible working options for a work life balance. This can include adjusting your working day and hybrid working, ie a balance of office and home working.

Manager details for informal discussion: Catherine Mackenzie, Service Manager Children Looked After 01492 577778 / Catherine.mackenzie@conwy.gov.uk

Welsh Language Skills: The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other.

We're passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and on-line to support you.

Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified.

We're committed to developing a diverse workforce and inclusive teams that embrace a wide range of voices, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. Creating a workplace that is welcoming and where everyone feels they belong ensures we can deliver great services.

We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have declared a disability in your application, we guarantee an interview if you evidence that you meet the essential criteria of the job in your application (requirements marked with an 'E' on the Person Specification).

We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process (and in employment) where possible. We encourage you to request adjustments. To do this please contact the manager named above to discuss your needs and potential support. There are options to apply via different formats, please contact the HR Team on 01492 576129 to discuss how we can support you. These requests will not put you at any disadvantage.

Mae'r ffurflen hon ar gael yn Gymraeg hefyd.