Deputy Manager

Vetro Recruitment; Crawley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Employee benefits

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a Deputy Manager for an OFSTED-registered children’s home in Crawley. You will support the Registered Manager, lead day-to-day operations, and ensure high-quality care for children in a nurturing environment.

The ideal candidate has management experience in a registered children's home, strong organisational and communication skills, and is committed to safeguarding and staff development. A full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in a registered children’s home environment.
• Excellent organisation and communication skills.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and legal requirements.
• IT skills including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to support appointments.

Responsibilities

• Provide managerial leadership to day-to-day operation of the home.
• Assess, plan and review needs of children for personalised care.
• Undertake specialist assessments and care planning.
• Attend meetings for all children and manage files including risk assessments and education records.
• Supervise and develop staff, ensuring health and safety protocols are followed.

Skills

Management experience

Organisation

Communication

Safeguarding knowledge

Team leadership

Education

NVQ Level 4/5 or equivalent in health/social care

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Location: Crawley, West Sussex, South East England, RH10

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking an experienced Deputy Manager to join our team at a newly established OFSTED-registered Children’s Home in Crawley. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work alongside the Registered Manager, supporting children to lead meaningful and happy lives within a nurturing environment. The successful candidate will play a vital part in ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and support for our children.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing managerial leadership to the day-to-day operation of the home.
• Assessing, planning, and reviewing the needs of the children to ensure personalised care.
• Undertaking specialist assessments, care planning, and evaluating service user needs.
• Facilitating and attending meetings and appointments for all children.
• Managing and updating service user files, including risk assessments, care plans, and education records.
• Supervising and managing the daily workload of staff within the home.
• Supporting the recruitment, induction, supervision, and development of team members.
• Ensuring health and safety protocols are followed and maintained.
• Planning activities and enhancing the children’s overall experience.
• Addressing safeguarding issues promptly and appropriately.
• Reporting maintenance issues and ensuring compliance with OFSTED standards and legislation.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Relevant health or social care qualification (NVQ Level 4 or 5, or equivalent).
• Proven management experience within a registered children’s home environment.
• Excellent organisation and communication skills.
• Experience in supervising and supporting staff, with strong leadership abilities.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and legal requirements.
• IT skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to support children’s appointments and activities.

Benefits & Work Environment:

• Competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000 per annum, with regular pay reviews.
• Supportive team environment within a newly established home in Crawley.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
• Generous pension scheme and other employee benefits.

If you are a qualified Deputy Manager looking for an impactful role in Crawley, Join us in making a difference in children’s lives.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and decisions are made on merit alone.