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Job Title: House Manager

Salary: £38,937.00

Hours: 9am – 5pm, 40 hours per week

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Location: Auchterarder, Perthshire

Reports to: Head of Care

 

What is Ochil Tower School?

Today, Ochil Tower School is a thriving educational and residential community, where 27 children and young people, aged 8-21, with special and complex additional support needs live, learn and grow together. The School, set in seven acres of stunning Perthshire countryside, provides excellent care and education and is not short on ambition.

In October 2018, it opened a new Life Skills Centre. This facility is for young adults aged 18 – 21 and is designed to help them so that they are better prepared for the challenges of living an independent adult life by developing their skills in learning, life and work. OTS is now focussed on extending the residential provision to 52 weeks. This is already being provided to eight young people with plans in place for this to be extended to all young people residing in the school January 2023. The Board of Trustees have a commitment to further enhancing and developing their residential houses and plans to build new educational facilities for the school.

We are now seeking a House Manager to lead our residential houses and provide exceptional care and support to our young people. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the overall wellbeing and development of children and young adults within a collaborative and values-driven community.

 

What will you do as House Manager?

As House Manager, you will play a critical role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of a residential house, ensuring that all aspects of care and support are delivered to the highest standards in accordance with Health and Social Care Standards and SSSC codes of practice. This is a role that will be good for the soul, by giving meaning and self-worth to those within the School.

 

Key responsibilities include:

Leadership & Teamwork - Lead and inspire a collaborative care team, developing a positive, team-driven approach to meet the needs of children and the school community.

Support for Young People - Ensure children's wellbeing by involving them in decision-making and providing personalised care for their development and independence.

Collaboration & Communication - Build strong relationships with young people, parents, staff, and stakeholders, ensuring open communication and prompt resolution of issues.

Organisation & Problem-Solving - Efficiently manage multiple tasks, maintain high care standards, and confidently address challenges with a calm, solutions-focused approach.

 

What do we need from you?

1.     Qualifications:

·      HNC Social Care or equivalent.

·      OR SVQ 4 Social Services at SCQF Level 9 (Children & Young People), with a willingness to work towards the Leadership and Management Award Level 10.

 

2.     Experience:

·      Proven experience in a senior or assistant management role within a social care setting, ideally working with children and/or young people with additional support needs. We are also open minded to individuals looking to step up.

·      Experience in leading and developing a team of care staff.

·      A sound understanding of safeguarding and the ability to work within regulatory frameworks.

 

3.     Skills and Attributes

·      Excellent Communication Skills - A confident and clear communicator, able to express concerns and ideas comfortably to young people, parents, and colleagues.

·      Empathy & Compassion - A caring and empathetic approach to working with children and young adults. Ability to understand the underlying needs of young people and respond appropriately.

·      Problem-Solving & Flexibility - Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to think laterally and creatively. You should be able to adapt to changing circumstances and develop solutions that meet the needs of the children, care team, and wider school community.

·      Organisational Skills - Highly organised with the ability to multitask and delegate effectively in a fast-moving environment.

·      Commitment to Values - Demonstrate a commitment to upholding and promoting the values of Ochil Tower School.

 

Apply Now

 

Please email us at recruitment@brucetaitassociates.com to request an information pack, full job description and person specification.

Closing date: 28th October

Interview date: TBD

This search is being conducted exclusively for Ochil Tower School by BTA (Bruce Tait Associates). Our leadership team has all worked in the voluntary sector and we use this experience to match organisations and individuals to create great appointments.