Admissions Manager

Job Introduction

Admissions Manager

Up to £46,670

Due to continued growth, we are looking for an Admissions Manager to join our Operations Team here at AWW. This role oversees all aspects of the admissions process for our children, including assessment, placement, and ensuring compliance with relevant policies and regulations.

•    Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, flexible hybrid working.

•    Annual Leave: You will receive 33 days per annum; our holiday year runs from March to February.

•    Additional leave: at 2 years and 5 years’ service.

•    Training Academy: An in-depth induction and welcome programme.

•    Bonuses: A bonus of £1000 every time you successfully refer a friend.

•    Pension: Auto enrolment into our Company pension.

•    Recognition Awards: Our monthly Wilderness Heroes Awards celebrate you and your team’s success.

•    Your Wellbeing: Excellent health and wellbeing benefits via Medicash, including an employee assistance programme; a cash back healthcare plan that offers discounts on optical, dental, and a range of complimentary therapies; 24/7 access to a virtual GP, and other lifestyle apps to support your wellbeing; discounted gym memberships. 

•    Life Assurance: of 2 times annual salary.

•    Discounts: A range of discount schemes with access to savings on high street brands, restaurants, cinemas, and other leisure outlets, including local businesses following feedback from our employees.

Main Responsibilities:

Our Admissions Manager plays a critical role in facilitating the smooth transition for children entering into our care and ensuring that their needs are met effectively. Developing and implementing effective admissions procedures and processes to ensure timely and efficient placement of children into care. 

Ensuring all external, and internal assessments of children we are planning to admit have been considered to determine appropriate placement and support requirements. 

Liaise with social workers, families, and external agencies to gather relevant information and ensure the best interests of the child are met. 

Manage the placement process, including owning the placement sign off prior to admission.

Key qualities that we look for:

•    Prior experience working in a similar role within children's social care.  

•    Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations governing child welfare. 

•    Strong communication and interpersonal skills.  

•    Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team.  

•    Excellent organisational and time management skills. 

•    Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

•    A full, valid, UK driving licence for manual vehicles. 

We are an equal opportunities employer and have a commitment to safeguarding children. We follow Safer Recruitment practices. The successful candidate will be subject to necessary background checks, governed by regulation, including obtaining an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring service (DBS), Access NI, or Disclosure Scotland.