Deputy Childrens Home Manager (EBD)

Karma Health and Wellbeing Limited; Godstone; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A social care provider in Godstone, Surrey, is seeking a Deputy Children's Home Manager to assist in the management and care of young residents aged 8-14. The successful candidate will have QCF Level 3 and at least 2 years of experience in EBD settings. This role involves supporting the young people, ensuring high standards of care, and stepping into the Manager's role temporarily when needed. Join a committed team that prioritizes safeguarding and welfare for all children in their care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience working within an EBD home.
• Ability to support young people in achieving their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Manager in the smooth running of the home.
• Ensure high quality care for all young people.
• Step up to the Manager’s role during temporary absences.

Skills

Experience in EBD settings

Advocacy skills

Team leadership

Education

QCF Level 3 in Children & Young Adults

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.

For further information on this vacancy, contact Kim on 07815 436488