Scheme Manager

Scheme Manager – Oysterfields, St Albans

£34,320 per annum

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a dedicated team: Empower vulnerable young people to develop independence and fulfil their potential, working compassionately alongside social workers and other professionals.
• Skill Development: Use a positive, respectful approach to help young people build essential life skills such as cooking, cleaning, budgeting and confidence-building, supporting their resilience and transition to independence.
• Meaningful Engagement: Encourage young people to take part in education, employment, training and volunteering, promoting inclusion and ensuring every individual has opportunities to thrive.
• Collaborative Working: Work collaboratively with external agencies to provide a joined‑up and supportive journey for each young person.
• Team Leadership: Lead and support Senior Support Workers, Support Workers and Night Supervisors to deliver high‑quality, compassionate care.
• Operational Management: Oversee staff rotas, annual leave and sickness cover to ensure smooth operational delivery.

Qualifications and Experience

• Educational Background: NVQ Level 5 in Children & Young People or equivalent, or willingness to achieve this qualification in the workplace.
• Relevant Experience: Experience supporting young people facing complex challenges, including behavioural issues, mental health needs or substance misuse.
• Asylum Process Experience: Experience assisting young people navigating the Home Office asylum process.
• Commitment to PIE: Strong understanding of Psychologically Informed Environments (PIE) and how they support compassionate, relational practice.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to adapt communication to individual needs, ensuring young people feel respected, understood and engaged.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work across various community locations and adapt to diverse needs.
• Professional Development: Commitment to continuous learning, reflective practice and collaborative improvement.
• Driving Requirements: A car driver with access to a vehicle and business car insurance.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of, or willingness to learn, Ofsted regulations, with experience maintaining high standards in youth support settings.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, rising to 35 with service (pro rata).
• Salary: £34,320 per annum.
• Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance.
• Monthly attendance bonus.
• Blue Light Card: Access to discounts for local and national retailers.
• Commitment to health and wellbeing through the Five Ways to Wellbeing.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times annual salary.
• Access to an employee assistance helpline.

Successful candidates will require a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check, along with any other relevant recruitment checks.

We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.

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