We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Package Manager to oversee and manage bespoke residential care packages for children and young people. This role is central to ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and professional practice in line with company policies and local authority requirements.
The Package Manager will lead staff teams, oversee day-to-day operations, maintain compliance with safeguarding and care standards, and act as the main point of contact for professionals involved in the young person's care.
Salary & Benefits
- Annual Salary: £68,640 (paid monthly in arrears)
- Bonus: Up to £750 monthly (performance-based; paid a month in arrears)
- On-Target Earnings (OTE): £77,640
- Annual Leave: 22 days + all Bank Holidays (pro rata)
- Work Pattern: 4 days onsite, 1 day working from home (weekday only, for paperwork and supervision)
Key Responsibilities
Setting Up a Care Package
- Prepare properties (risk assessments, safety measures, equipment setup, food supplies, welcoming environment).
- Review young person's referral documents and ensure all necessary care planning documents are created within 7 days.
- Meet the young person on arrival, introduce staff, explain house rules, and complete essential induction paperwork.
Day-to-Day Management
- Chair team meetings and deliver staff supervisions.
- Provide strong leadership and ensure all staff understand documentation, safeguarding protocols, and care expectations.
- Monitor and review daily notes, incident reports, and physical intervention reports, taking timely action where needed.
- Act as the main professional contact for social workers, police, and other agencies.
- Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings (MDTs, LADO, strategy meetings, etc.).
- Ensure budgets are adhered to, safeguarding processes are followed, and the home environment remains safe and welcoming.
Closing Down Packages
- Support transitions for young people moving on.
- Ensure homes are left clean, equipment is returned, and property inspections are completed.
- Provide final reports and liaise with the placements team.
What We're Looking For
- Strong leadership and staff management experience within children's residential care or a similar safeguarding-focused role.
- Excellent knowledge of safeguarding, risk management, and care planning.
- Ability to manage complex situations, make safeguarding decisions, and liaise effectively with multi-agency professionals.
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail and excellent written/reporting skills.
- Flexible, resilient, and committed to delivering the highest standards of care.
Why Join Us?
This is a rewarding and challenging role where you will directly influence the quality of care and outcomes for children and young people. You will have the autonomy to manage your package while being fully supported by senior management and a dedicated placements team.