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Halcyon Care Dorset are excited and proud to be working with a locally run disability charity that has been running since 1955 formed from a group of parents intent on providing better opportunities for their children with physical and learning disabilities. The charity was born after discovering an untapped need, support, and common purpose amongst other families in Poole and Bournemouth facing similar challenges.
The aim of the charity to is ensure that the members and service is inclusive and respectful to all. Time is dedicated to the people they support as well as to be a champion on their behalf thereby delivering a high quality service.
The Children’s Team provides a range of services supporting children and young people, plus their families, in Dorset. The team aims to enable families that have children with physical and/or learning disabilities to cope day to day in the knowledge that their child is safe, supported and cared for. Opportunities are also given to siblings to attend play sessions with their brother or sister while parents and guardians can benefit from various information and support services.
As the Day Lead Support you have the opportunity to demonstrate your skills to lead and will be responsible for ensuring positive outcomes and the continual safety, health and well-being of the children, young people and young adults using Children's services. Providing domicillary support to those who access the services and overseeing the running of the short stay home and the transition respite home.
Due to the current needs of the charity it is a necessity that you have sound knowledge and experience leading a team in a health and social setting, hold a full UK driving license as you may have to transport a young person or child in the charities vehicles and or use your own vehicle.
In return for your full commitment to the role, you will be offered an annual salary of between £24,000 and £29,000, as well as a generous benefits package. You will be working with an experienced senior team with a dedicated background in physical and learning disabilities, enabling you to build your skills and knowledge in the sector. If you are senior lead looking for your next challenge and somewhere with fantastic progression opportunities, then this is the role for you.
If you would like a confidential conversation about the role, please apply, or email directly to (url removed) or (url removed)
