Deputy Manager – Children Residential 12307154

Semester.co.uk; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Leeds is seeking a Deputy Manager to provide a supportive environment for children and young people. The role involves assisting with their welfare, conducting assessments, and fostering independence. Applicants should hold a Level 3 qualification in Children and Young People and have experience in a similar setting.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 or higher in Children and Young People.
• Current full driving license with business insurance required.
• Willingness to undertake further training.

Responsibilities

• Assist allocated social worker in delivering services to young people.
• Provide ongoing support and monitoring for young people.
• Maintain and update electronic records of young people.

Skills

Experience working with Children and Young People

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Level 3 in Children and Young People

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Deputy Manager – Children Residential 12307154

My client has a very exciting new position available as a Deputy Manager in their Leeds home, providing a safe, nurturing environment for children and young people to flourish.

To be successful, you will be a senior team leader or a deputy in a similar environment. You must have your Level 3 in Children and Young People, or an equivalent qualification, or higher.

Experience working with Children and Young People as a support worker.

This is a permanent position based in Leeds

Working hours are early shifts from 8am to 3pm. The Deputy will not be required to do nights or sleeps.

Pay scales between £14.58 and £16.32 depending on experience and qualifications.

Preferred Criteria

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care OR Children and Young People.

This is a permanent position supporting children in a residential setting in the area. The role involves supporting children aged between 5-16, helping to increase their independence skills.

It is essential that you have experience working within a similar setting and preferably have completed NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People Workforce or a similar qualification within this sector.

Qualifications/Requirements

A high standard of general education.

Willingness to undertake further training.

Current full driving license with business insurance.

Job Purpose

To be responsible for providing support for vulnerable people (service users) for the company.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

1. Assist the young person’s allocated social worker in delivering services, including:

• Providing transport/escort as directed
• Conducting welcome and induction for young people
• Performing ongoing assessments
• Providing ongoing support and monitoring
• Assisting with welfare and NHS issues
• Preparing reports
• Arranging appointments with partner agencies
• Maintaining contact with young people
• Informing service users of support groups
• Assisting with move-on procedures

2. Accurately record, create, maintain, and update electronic records of young people.

3. Prepare for and attend meetings as required.

4. Provide mediation to service users as required or directed.

5. Use IT packages effectively to support work.

6. Work cooperatively across multidisciplinary teams.

7. Maintain strict confidentiality regarding service users, clients, and the company.

8. Contribute to the development of company policies and procedures.

9. Report housing issues and assist in resolving defects.

10. Undertake on-call duties as directed.

11. Participate in office reception duties as needed.

12. Be willing to work sleep-in shifts if required.

13. Show flexibility to cover all offices across the company as needed.