Deputy Manager - Children's Home

Overview

The Recruitment Firm are delighted to be working in partnership with a small yet well-established children's residential care provider who are seeking an experienced and dynamic Deputy Manager to assist in the running of their "Good" rated 4 bed EBD home based in Redditch, Worcestershire. If you have a true passion for supporting vulnerable young people with strong leadership skills, this could be the perfect move for you.

• To assist the registered manager to ensure the efficient operation of the service in accordance with the relevant legislation, policies and procedures and the Statement of Purpose for the home.
• Responsibility for safeguarding and promoting individual rights; providing good quality care, free from oppression, and where differences are respected and valued.
• Achieve the highest standards of care for the children and young people which reflects their individual care.
• To be involved in the recruitment, induction, mentoring, and supervision of new employees.
• Contribute to a comprehensive team training and development programme, enabling the service to have all the necessary skills and expertise levels available to meet the needs of the young people.
• Support the registered manager to promote teamwork and ensure good organisation retention.
• Demonstrate effective leadership and staff co-ordination and be a role model of excellence for staff.
• Liaise with the various internal and external multi-disciplinary teams and commissioning authorities, to ensure that the care needs of new, and existing children and young people are met.
• To chair meetings, reviews and discussions as necessary, as directed by the registered manager.

• Experience working as a Deputy Manager in a children's home rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding'
• Must have Level 3 in Residential Childcare
• Must have Level 5 in Leadership and Management (or be willing to complete)
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate a team
• Full UK driving license
• Permanent right to work in the UK

• Salary up to £34,500 per annum
• Paid sleep-ins
• Ofsted Team Bonus £150-£200 per staff member
• Company Values gift card opportunity every month
• Employee assistance programme
• 28 days annual leave
• Birthday off and paid
• Enrolment on qualifications
• In house training

Applications are encouraged as early as possible.

If you are looking to support an established and settled home with a close knit, family orientated provider then please do get in touch