Deputy Childrens Home Manager (EBD)

Karma Health and Wellbeing Limited; Godstone; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartRecruiters, Inc. in Godstone, Surrey area is seeking a Deputy Children’s Home Manager to support short, medium and long term Residential placements for young people aged 8–14. You will work with the team to ensure high quality care and meet safeguarding norms.

The role involves supporting the Home Manager, overseeing Care Officers, and advocating for young people to reach their full potential. You may step up to Manager in their absence, with safeguarding always prioritised.

Qualifications

• QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People is preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in an EBD home.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager to ensure high quality care for all young people.
• Lead and supervise Care Officers to fulfil daily duties.
• Advocate for young people and support their daily routines.
• Step into the Manager's role during short-term absence.
• Commit to safeguarding and welfare of all children in care.

Skills

2+ years experience in EBD home

Education

QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People

Job description

On behalf of my client we are recruiting for aDeputy Childrens Home Managerto join their organisation within theGodstone, Surrey area. My client offers short, medium and long term residential placements to young people between the ages of 8 – 14, who have experienced family / foster care breakdown, emotional / behavioural difficulties or other such significant interruptions in their lives.

You must ideally haveyour QCF level 3 in children & young adults and have at least2 years experience working within an EBD home.

The primary function of the Deputy Manager is to support the Manager in the smooth running of the home, ensuring all our young people are in receipt of high quality care as set out in the Quality Standards and Children’s Homes Regulations, and the team of Care Officers in their home are supported in the fulfilment of their daily duties. To support the young people throughout their daily routines, advocate on their behalf, and encourage them to achieve their full potential in all areas of their lives. There is also an expectation that the Deputy Manager will step up to the Manager’s role in the event of a short term temporary absence. My client is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all children and young people in our care. All our staff have a key role and responsibility to ensure Safeguarding is of paramount importance.