Assistant Manager

Wakefield Council; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Wakefield Council is looking for an experienced Assistant Manager to join their short break services team. This role offers a chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with disabilities. You will support operations, lead a team, and ensure compliance with Ofsted standards while enjoying a range of professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary with shift enhancements

Flexible rotas for work-life balance

Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development

Paid holiday allowance and pension scheme

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Willing to work towards Level 5 Diploma within two years after appointment.
• Hold a Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Registered Manager in daily operations.
• Lead and develop a team of Short Break Workers.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Resilience

Caring

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

A rare and fantastic opportunity has arisen to work in our short break services for children and adults with disabilities.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Manager to join our team in providing exceptional care and support for children and young people in a safe and nurturing environment. This is a brilliant opportunity for an individualwho is looking to take the next step in their career and contribute to a service that transforms lives.

As an Assistant Manager, you will play a crucial role in the day-to-day running of the home, supporting the Registered Manager in ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance with Ofsted regulations. You will lead by example, providing guidance and support to a team of Short Break Workers, ensuring the delivery of person-centred care and providing a wide range of opportunities for our young people. To be successful in this role, you will need to be a dedicated and resilient professional who thrives in a challenging but highly rewarding environment. This post requires an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual with good communication and leadership skills. You will need to be organised and confident in interactions with children and young people. It is essential that you are kind, caring, patient, resilient and can see the need behind behaviours. You should be committed to improving the life chances of the children and young people and share our ethos of providing fun, opportunities and independence for our young people.

Responsibilities include:

Assisting the Registered Manager in the daily operations of the services.
Leading, supervising, and developing a team of Short Break Workers.
Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, including safeguarding policies and Ofsted standards.
Supporting young people in their personal development, emotional well-being, and independence.
Managing and monitoring care plans to ensure effective support tailored to individual needs.
Taking on shift-leading responsibilities.
Liaising with external agencies, social workers, and families to promote the well-being and best interests of the young people.
Handling safeguarding concerns and incidents with professionalism and diligence.
Ensuring the home operates within budgetary and financial guidelines.
We are committed to supporting and developing our staff, ensuring that they feel valued and equipped to provide the highest level of care.

You will already hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent as determined by Children's Homes Regulations) and a Level 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or be willing to work to achieve this qualification following appointment within two years).

You will hold a Full UK Driving Licence and transport young people in the home car or your own with appropriate insurance cover.

Effective Induction, supervision, and training will be provided to all staff.

The work involves shift patterns, including weekends, sleep in and Bank Holidays.

In return for your dedication, we offer:

A competitive salary which includes enhancements for working shifts.

Rotas devised on a month by month basis so you have flexibility to plan which will result in positive work-life balance.
Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development.
A supportive and inclusive working environment.
Paid holiday allowance and pension scheme.
The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.

Please note: when completing your application, in order to be short listed, you must demonstrate how you meet the job specification in full.

Want to Know More?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Andrea Wright.

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