Deputy Manager

SGS Care Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead a team in residential child care. The role involves mentoring staff and ensuring children's well-being through a supportive environment. With a focus on emotional and behavioral challenges, candidates should have a Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce and relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including a training academy and health perks.

Benefits

270 hours holiday per year

Fully funded training to Level 5 qualification

Health and wellbeing benefits

Company pension contribution

Qualifications

• Experience and skills from a previous role as a Deputy/Assistant Manager or Senior Residential Support Worker.
• A full understanding of safeguarding children.
• Confident in supervising care teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor a team of residential support workers.
• Create a safe space for children to develop and learn.
• Communicate children's placement plans to the team.

Skills

Experience in residential childcare

Leadership and support skills

Good communication skills

IT proficiency

Understanding of safeguarding children

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager

Provision: Children's Home, 7 to 17, EBD 3 Bed

Location: Durham

Salary: £37,800

Working Pattern: Monday to Sunday, 4 Shifts Per Week, 8am to 8pm

Reporting to: Registered Manager

The role of Assistant Manager is ideally suited to an:

Assistant Manager /Deputy Manager

Experienced Senior Residential Support worker who is looking for the next step in their career

When you join our client you can expect:

• Holiday: 270 hours, inclusive of public holidays, with additional leave for continuous service
• Training Academy: Fully funded development pathway to your Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification, if required, alongside a comprehensive programme of skills and career development opportunities as soon as you want to start.
• Your Wellbeing: Excellent health and wellbeing benefits, discounted gym memberships.
• Pension: Company pension contribution

Your role during a child’s time with the client

You will form part of an experienced, professional team around a child and achieve amazing results through a unique approach to residential care, education, and therapy.

As the Assistant Manager you will be supported in your role by a Registered Manager, and a team of multi-disciplinary experts including, education specialists, therapists, and assessment leads.

Together with the Registered Manager, you will create a safe space for children to develop, learn, and flourish. You will coach, mentor, and supervise a team of Residential and Senior Residential Support Workers, ensuring YPs are fully supported to be the best that they can be, and ensuring the children’s placement plans are communicated to and understood.

Do you have these qualities?

• Experience and skills gained from a previous role as a Deputy or Assistant Manager or Senior Residential Support Worker in the Residential Child Care sector
• Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce or equivalent
• A full understanding of safeguarding children
• Confident when supervising care teams and offering leadership and support in a proactive and effective way
• A good knowledge of the legislation relating to residential childcare
• Passion, drive, and resilience when supporting our children who present emotional and behavioural challenges
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• IT proficient and the desire to learn new skills
• A full, valid, UK driving licence for manual vehicles.

How to Apply:

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.

To apply for this rewarding opportunity, click the apply button or contact us for more information.

For more information or a confidential chat, please contact Sam on 01423 393 019 or [e-mail]