Care Home Team Manager – Children and Families Team – Kirkwall – Sanctuary Personal

Healthcare & Medical
Orkney
August 14, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Care Home Team Manager – Children and Families Team

Job Title:
Care Home Team Manager – Children and Families Team


Specialism:
Residential Care


Location:
Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, UK


Type:
Full Time, 6 Months Block Booking


Step into an exciting opportunity as a Care Home Team Manager for the Children and Families Team within Residential Care in the stunning location of Kirkwall, Orkney Islands. This full-time role offers an hourly rate of £42.00, enabling you to make a significant impact over a rewarding 6-month block booking period.


Perks and benefits:



  • Flexible Locum Work: Join the world of locum work and enjoy unparalleled flexibility in your career. You can choose assignments that fit your lifestyle, providing an excellent work-life balance.


  • Competitive Pay: In addition to the competitive hourly rate, relish in the beautiful experience of working full-time in the enchanting Orkney Islands.


  • Professional Development: Embrace the opportunity for professional development and networking with leading professionals in the field.



What you will do:



  • Manage the daily operation of the residential care home, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and nurturing care to children and young people.


  • Provide leadership, supervision, performance management, and professional development support to residential care staff.


  • Ensure care plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding arrangements are implemented and regularly reviewed.


  • Promote positive relationships with children, families, social workers, schools, health services, and other partner agencies.



Qualifications:



  • SVQ Level 4 in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People) or equivalent.


  • Management qualification such as SVQ Level 4 Leadership and Management for Care Services, or willingness to achieve.


  • Relevant professional qualification in Social Work, Social Care, or Childhood Practice is desirable.



Registration & Compliance:



  • Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), or eligibility to register.



Experience:



  • Significant experience working within residential childcare or children’s social care services.


  • Proven experience managing staff within a regulated care setting.



Living and working in Kirkwall, Orkney Islands offers not just a career step, but a life experience. Discover the rich history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes that make this place special. Become part of a welcoming community while advancing your professional journey in one of the UK’s most captivating locations.

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