Deputy Manager

Aim Recruitment; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Deputy Manager for a children's home in Swindon. This role involves supporting young people with learning disabilities, overseeing staff, and ensuring high standards in care documentation. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and an NVQ Level 3 qualification. Competitive salary of up to £35,840 including sleep-ins, along with training and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £35,840

Training and career progression

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a relevant position.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Professional demeanor with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Support young people aged 11-18 with learning disabilities.
• Be an active member of the management team.
• Complete care documents and risk assessments.

Skills

Experience in residential care for young people

Supervision and management of staff

Ability to complete care documents

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young Peoples Workforce

Job description

Aim Recruitment is recruiting for a Deputy Manager for our client based in Swindon.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a proven track record working in a young peoples home for a new challenge within a beautiful 5-bed childrens home and bringing your skills and knowledge to the table!

Job Role

• The home specialises in supporting young people ages 11-18 years that have Learning Disabilities.
• Being a proactive member of the management team that can perform well on the floor supporting their staff with the young people and being able to complete care documents and risk assessments to a high standard.
• Make a house a home for all the young people to improve their everyday living to be fun and full of joy!
• Having the opportunity to work with an excellent provider that prides itself on its proven track record with all homes across the country having all Good to Outstanding Ofsted Reports.

Requirements

• 3 years experience in a position relevant to the residential care of young people (children)
• 2 years in a role supervising and managing staff.
• NVQ Level 3 In Children and Young Peoples work force.
• Most of all, professional but personal individuals that can improve the lives of each young person within the home to the best of their abilities.
• Competitive Salary up to £35,840 (including sleep‑ins).
• Supportive Regional Manager that is easily contactable and hands‑on.
• Training and Career progression with the change to undergo your Level 5 in Leadership and Management qualification.

If this sounds like the ideal role for you, Why wait and Apply now!