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Standards, Development and Compliance Manager – REoC & YPSA

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Oxfordshire County Council

11d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare
  • Oxford

AI generated summary

  • You need social work qualifications, 2 years direct childcare experience, 1 year supervisory experience, and a diploma level 5 or willingness to obtain it.
  • You will ensure quality assurance, support internal inspections, assist in YPSA registration, manage staff development, and oversee compliance and performance management.

Requirements

  • We are looking for an experienced Social Work Qualified Manager who has experience in working in residential children’s provisions and is enthusiastic and highly motivated to lead and develop the progression across our children’s homes and YPSA services.
  • You will have significant specialist childcare experience including at least 2 years of direct work with children within the last 5 years and at least 1 year’s supervisory experience. The successful applicant will already hold a diploma level 5 – leadership and Management in residential Childcare or be willing to study towards it.

Responsibilities

  • This role will support the Service Manager and Registered Managers on Quality Assurance, Standards development, and Regulatory compliance for Oxfordshire’s residential children’s provision and Young Persons Supported Accommodation Service (YPSA).
  • The post holder will support internal inspections within the provisions, providing reports of findings and action plans through effective monitoring and scrutiny to the Service Manager of REoC service and the Service Manager for YPSA Service.
  • This post will assist in the registration of our YPSA provisions and the set-up process for new homes in Oxfordshire including registration of the homes, development of the A-Z handbook for staff and induction/Diploma support of staff across the two services.
  • The post holder is responsible for the line management and supervision of the Assistant Standards, Development and Compliance Managers (x2).
  • The post holder will be responsible for workforce development to ensure fairness and consistent approach towards people and performance management and including investigations, training development, and safer recruitment processes (including Warner Interviews).

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Standards, Development and Compliance Manager – REoC & YPSA.

What is the main purpose of this role?

The main purpose of this role is to support the Service Manager and Registered Managers in Quality Assurance, Standards development, and Regulatory compliance for Oxfordshire’s residential children’s provision and Young Persons Supported Accommodation Service (YPSA).

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates need to be an experienced Social Work Qualified Manager with significant specialist childcare experience, including at least 2 years of direct work with children within the last 5 years and at least 1 year’s supervisory experience. They should also hold a diploma level 5 in leadership and management in residential childcare or be willing to study towards it.

What kind of experience is preferred for applicants?

Applicants should have experience working in residential children’s provisions and demonstrate enthusiasm and motivation to lead and develop the progression across children’s homes and YPSA services.

What are the benefits offered for this position?

Benefits include relocation expenses of up to £8,000, a good OFSTED rating, regular training opportunities, a generous local government pension scheme, 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and various employee assistance programs, among others.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, there are great learning and development opportunities to support ongoing development, including regular training opportunities.

What is the organization's commitment to diversity and inclusion?

Oxfordshire County Council is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of various personal characteristics.

Is there a guarantee for interviews for specific applicants?

Yes, as a Disability Confident employer, Oxfordshire County Council guarantees interviews for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job, as well as for care leavers and those transitioning from HM Armed Forces.

How does the organization prioritize safeguarding?

Oxfordshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults and expects all employees, workers, and volunteers to share this commitment.

Is flexible working an option for this role?

Yes, the organization is open to discussions about flexible working arrangements, which can include various options such as full-time, part-time, job sharing, and more, depending on the role's requirements.

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