Deputy Manager - Children Residential. Job in Dudley Education & Training Jobs

Caretech; England; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading child care provider is looking for a Children's Residential Deputy Manager in Dudley. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day operations of a residential home catering to children with learning disabilities and Autism. You will require experience in the childcare environment and a Level 3 qualification in Children and Young People. The role includes working with young individuals who may have communication challenges, and driving responsibilities are essential.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid induction programme

Dedicated learning and development programmes

Face-to-face therapeutic training

Access to a range of free online courses

Free DBS check

Free parking

Free meals on shift

Refer a friend reward system

Pension scheme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Employee recognition schemes

Use of company vehicle during work hours

Opportunity for family and friends grants through CareTech Foundation

Qualifications

• Must have experience working in a residential childcare environment.
• Level 3 qualification in Children and Young People or equivalent is essential.
• Must possess a valid driving license and be able to drive company vehicles.
• Willingness to work evenings, nights, and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day management of the residential home.
• Ensure a high standard of care for the children at all times.
• Promote a nurturing and supportive environment for children and staff.

Skills

Experience in Residential Childcare Environment

Level 3 Children's and Young People or equivalent

Driving skills

Ability to work unsociable hours

Job description

Children's Residential Deputy Manager

Dudley - Full UK Manual Driver Licence - essential

£36,000 + Sleep in's £67.50 each

At Inspire it is imperative and important that our children enjoy new and varied experiences that encourage them to be the best version of themselves and that any disability is not seen as a barrier but an opportunity for inspirational outside the box thinking.

We hold a belief that no child should be disadvantaged and that all children are part of the community, enjoying all that this offers including celebrations, events and fundraising.

Our teams are fully committed to Inspire's goals, they understand the challenges and rewards of working with our young people and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Deputy Home Manager to join our home in Dudley. The home is rated Good in all areas with OFSTED and has an excellent reputation with the local authorities. The home can accommodate up to 5 Young people, all the Children & Young People we support have learning disabilities, Autism, epilepsy and can display some associated behaviours. Many of our children (not all) are non‑verbal or have limited communication and will communicate with us through different methods such as picture boards, Smartbox devices and Makaton.

Our guiding principles are:

Integrity, it is the foundation of what we do. A nurturing approach to our young people and staff and a passion that will drive your commitment to achieve the very best for our children. Bringing our plans to life will be challenging and intense but, with enthusiasm, creativity and a hands on approach, the reward and satisfaction will be second to none.

Essential

• Experience in Residential Childcare Environment
• Level 3 Children's and Young People or equivalent
• Driver (company provide a car during working hours)
• Able to work unsociable hours (evenings, nights and weekends)

Company Values

• Friendly, passionate and caring nature
• Positive, pleasant and approachable
• Empowering others to become stronger and more confident in controlling their lives
• Person Centred, allowing our children to explore & utilise their own strengths
• Innovative, by using or showing new methods and ideas

Reward and Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid induction programme
• Dedicated learning and development programmes
• Face to face therapeutic training
• Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topic
• Free DBS check
• Free parking
• Free meals on shift (residential homes only)
• Refer a friend scheme' reward system - earn £1,000 per referral
• Pension scheme
• Annual Employee Awards Evening
• Employee recognition schemes
• Company vehicle to use when in work
• CareTech Foundation- Opportunity to apply for family & friends grants.
• Being part of one of the UK's leading specialist therapeutic providers.

If this sounds like the kind of challenge you are looking for, we would love to hear from you.

All applications & CVs received are reviewed on a daily basis.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and Regulated Activity, which will include a check against the barred children's list.

Terms and Conditions apply