Deputy Head of Care

Key Tasks

• To be a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) contributing to meetings, the school’s development plan and self-evaluation.
• To lead other key meetings as directed by the Head of Care such as Child in Need, etc.
• To work with other senior staff to ensure all aspects adhere to wider whole school policies and procedures.
• To oversee the school Health Care and Therapies Team and support with cover from outside agencies.
• To always promote the Royal School for the Blind Charity publicly.
• To take on responsibilities of the Head of Care in his/her absence.
• To chair meetings on behalf of the Head of Care as required.
• To work closely with the lead nurse and assist in health care team and therapies training if required.
• To provide leadership and management to the school health care and therapies team.
• Liaise with the school transport coordinator to ensure all files are up to date with the correct health and medical information.
• Liaise with the after-school club manager to ensure all files are up to date with the correct health and medical information.
• Continually support vulnerable families in our school.
• To be involved in expert care planning and delivery of competency-based training for staff to ensure the complex medical needs of children are met in school.
• To support the transition processes for children and young people, including potential visits.
• Provide support and guidance to members of staff.
• To participate in the recruitment and selection of care division staff.
• Evaluate the quality of work within the care division, making improvements when necessary.
• Support the education team with cover.
• Support in EHCP reviews and ensure actions are met.
• Work alongside education to support in therapy meetings.
• Have an awareness of infection control procedures and lead on outbreaks.
• Support in PEP meetings with SENDCo and risk assessments.

This post is not exhaustive of the above responsibilities. A job description will need to be requested from hr@rsblind.co.uk

How to apply:

Please note, we do NOT accept CVs. Application packs can be requested from hr@rsblind.co.uk or call 0151 733 1012 We are Disability Confident Leaders and an Equal Opportunities Employer.

The Charity considers safeguarding its highest priority and fosters an active safeguarding culture. These posts are subject to a range of pre-employment checks including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.