Peripatetic Assistant Manager

Join Our Team as a Peripatetic Assistant Manager 

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for creating life-changing opportunities for children and young people? Do you thrive in dynamic environments, managing diverse teams, and driving excellence? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

• Role: Peripatetic Assistant Manager (MBR)
• Salary: Competitive and Reflective of Experience
• Location: Northeast Region
• Full-time | On-call rota (evenings/weekends)

About Us

At Wilderness Way, we are committed to providing exceptional care and support to children and young people with complex needs. Our services focus on nurturing resilience, promoting independence, and creating brighter futures.

Your Role

As a Peripatetic Assistant Manager, you will lead and manage multiple residential services, ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance. Supporting children on short-term assessment placements, you’ll work to shape their permanency plans by collaborating with external agencies and creating nurturing environments.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leadership Excellence: Inspire and develop teams, ensuring outstanding care is delivered to children and young people.
• Child-Centric Focus: Oversee the progress and well-being of children, safeguarding their safety while supporting their emotional, social, and educational development.
• Operational Efficiency: Manage admissions, discharges, and budgets while maintaining high standards aligned with the home’s Statement of Purpose.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to Children’s Home Regulations, Quality Standards, and Ofsted inspection frameworks.
• Strategic Planning: Drive the development of services through innovative practices and effective multi-disciplinary teamwork.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience:

Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Assistant Manager in a multi-placement residential setting.
A strong background in working with children who have emotional or behavioural challenges.
Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary teams with a focus on resilience and creativity.

• Knowledge:

Deep understanding of Children’s Home Regulations, SCCIF, and safeguarding practices.
Awareness of innovative care models and legislative frameworks.

• Qualifications:

Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce (or equivalent).
Enrolled on Level 5 Diploma or commitment to complete within two years.

• Skills:

Exceptional leadership and communication abilities.
Capacity to adapt management styles to diverse team needs.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

• Other Requirements:

Full driving license.
Flexibility to provide on-call support.

What We Offer

A supportive and inclusive workplace where your contributions make a real difference.
Opportunities for professional growth and continuous development.
A chance to work with a passionate team committed to changing lives for the better.

Ready to make an impact?
Apply now to join Wilderness Way as we continue to inspire, empower, and transform the lives of young people.

All roles will be subject to successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland as we follow safer recruitment processes. Proof of identity will also be required. We are an equal opportunities employer.