Deputy Manager

SGS Care Ltd; Long Lee; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care provider is seeking a passionate Deputy Manager to lead a team in providing high-quality care. Located in Keighley, West Yorkshire, the role offers a competitive salary of £39,000 and benefits including sleep-in allowances and a bespoke training package. Candidates should have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care and at least 2 years of relevant experience. The position requires flexibility for shifts and a commitment to safeguarding children's welfare.

Benefits

Competitive pay and sleep-in allowance

Enhanced overtime rate

Access to employee wellbeing programme

28 days annual leave, rising to 33

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care required.
• At least 2 years’ experience relevant to residential care in the last 5 years.
• Full manual driving licence required.
• Flexibility to work unsociable shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to deliver high-quality care to young people.
• Ensure that all risks are managed in line with policies.
• Communicate effectively with the team regarding daily plans.
• Review young people's care plans and documentation.
• Attend/chair staff meetings and improve the service model.

Job description

Overview

Job Role: Deputy Manager / Assistant Manager, Children's Home
Location: Keighley, West Yorkshire
Salary: £39,000
Service: Children’s Residential Care Home
Service Users: Young People age 6 to 17, Emotional Behaviour Disorder
Home Size: 3 Young People is Max occupancy
Reporting To: Registered Manager
Contract Type: Permanent / Full-Time
On Shift: Yes; 2 on 4 off (10 to 11 Sleeps per month)
Qualification Required: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care
Min Experience Required: at least 2 years’ experience relevant to residential care in the last 5 years

Excellent opportunity for an experienced, qualified candidate to join the team in one of our children's residential homes. Our client is a rapidly expanding organization currently offering a very competitive salary plus benefits, including a quality bespoke training package and generous remuneration for sleep-in shifts. They specialize in supporting Children and Young People who have suffered early life trauma, neglect, or abuse and may display challenging behaviours.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and sleep-in allowance
• Enhanced overtime rate of time and a third
• Access to the employee wellbeing programme
• 28 days annual leave entitlement, rising to 33 days with 5 years of service

Main duties

• To lead the team to deliver high-quality care to our young people
• To ensure that all risks are safely managed in line with the company policies and procedures
• To communicate effectively with the team regarding the plans for the day
• To review the young people\'s care plans and other associated documentation
• To undertake an in-depth quality and bespoke training package
• To attend/chair staff meetings and be proactive in developing and improving the service model

Job Requirements

• To provide positive parenting
• To have exceptional communication skills
• To have sound working knowledge of current legislation e.g., Children\'s Homes Regulations 2015 (including quality standards)

Essential Requirements

• Must have a full manual driving licence
• Must be fully flexible and have the ability to work unsociable shift patterns
• Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent
• The desire to develop into a Registered Children's Home Manager

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client's professional and dedicated team, they encourage you to apply today.

Their commitment to safeguarding: Our client is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in their care. Therefore, this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, and suitable references will be sought prior to your employment start date.

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SGS Care Ltd is the Recruiting Partner of the reference company above.

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