Head of Intervention, Health and Strategic Services

This senior post sits on the leadership team of Clayfields House, a secure unit in Stapleford for vulnerable young people, and covers intervention, health and strategic services. The postholder leads the intervention team on programmes that reduce offending and risky behaviour, oversees staff training, and holds responsibility for health services, including medication oversight. The role is office based and combines operational leadership with policy development and tendering with NHS England and local healthcare providers.

Knowledge of Ofsted inspection and residential children's home regulation is central to fit.

• Lead and inspire the intervention team in delivering programmes that reduce offending and risk-taking behaviour
• Oversee staff development and training initiatives
• Oversee Secure Stairs and health services, including medication oversight
• Ensure compliance with the Ofsted inspection framework and regulatory standards for residential children's homes
• Lead the development and review of policy documentation
• Coordinate tendering exercises with external organisations, including NHS England and local healthcare providers, ensuring quality service delivery
• Use assessment tools and data analysis to measure outcomes and improve services
• Produce complex reports and policy documents to support strategic objectives

• Graduate-level education and advanced qualifications in a relevant discipline

• Experienced strategic manager
• Experience in staff development, training and multidisciplinary working

• Extensive knowledge of high-impact programme work to reduce risk and offending
• Proficiency in assessment tools, outcome measurement and data analysis
• Familiarity with the Ofsted inspection framework and legislation for residential children's homes
• Strong ability to produce complex reports and policy documents
• Knowledge of contract tendering and monitoring processes

• Understanding of the impact of trauma, attachment and adverse experiences on young people
• Child-focused approach to work
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with young people and colleagues
• Emotional resilience and adaptability in a challenging environment

• Comprehensive induction programme
• Supportive, inclusive and collaborative working environment
• Continuous learning, development and career progression opportunities
• Annual leave above the statutory minimum
• Local Government Pension Scheme membership with 6.5% employer contribution