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Leadership and management for residential childcare

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This Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare course is suitable for those already employed in a suitable role and wishing to develop in their current role. During this workbased course you will develop your skills and learn more about:

Tailored for Leaders & Managers: Designed for those working or aspiring to work in managerial roles within residential childcare in England.

Industry-Relevant Learning: Dive into the world of residential childcare with a curriculum tailored to real-world scenarios. From child development to safeguarding, we cover it all.

Practical Experience: Put theory into practice whilst doing your job in residential settings. Gain confidence and build essential skills with the support of your provider and the outstanding delivery team.

Expert Guidance: Learn with experienced professionals who understand the unique challenges of childcare leadership.

Supportive Environment: Join a community of like-minded learners who share your passion. Collaborate, network, and learn together.

To complete this course, you will need to be employed by an Ofsted registered Residential Childcare Provider and be in a leadership role (Deputy Manager or Registered Manager). This qualification aligns with the children’s homes regulations introduced in April 2015.

On completion of this course you will receive Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare

Course Overview

The mandatory units cover the following areas:

  • Leading progress: on the well-being, safety, and development of children and young people.

  • Leading Support for Vulnerable Individuals: Address the needs of children and young people facing disadvantages.

  • Managing & Leading Teams in Residential Childcare: Develop leadership skills to create a nurturing environment.

  • Develop and lead the home forward: Support your own and colleague’s continuous professional development.

You will provide evidence of your work practice, including completing assignments, case studies, written accounts and providing work products. Evidence is uploaded to an e-portfolio which is available 24/7 on computers, tablets and mobile devices.

An assessor will observe work-based practice on at least three occasions, assess evidence uploaded to the e-portfolio and provide developmental feedback.

Entry Requirements

To complete this course, you will need to be 18 or older and employed by an Ofsted registered Residential Childcare Provider and be in a leadership role (Deputy Manager or Registered Manager).

You must undertake the Disclosure and Barring Service process and provide the result and the entry criteria will be applied at the discretion of the course manager.

How to Apply

If you would like to apply for this course, please click 'Apply' in the top right, follow the steps, and our Admissions Team will be in touch with you.

For more information, advice and guidance please phone Student & Learning Services on 01524 521385 or 0800 306306 or email advice@lmc.ac.uk

Course code:B36075