Deputy Manager - Children's Care

Esland Care; Telford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care provider in Telford is seeking a nurturing and dedicated Deputy Manager to support the Home Manager. The ideal candidate should have at least 12 months of supervisory experience in a children's residential care home and hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. Responsibilities include ensuring a supportive environment for young people and promoting their emotional wellbeing. The salary ranges from £34,000 to £36,000 annually, with additional pay for overnight shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months supervisory experience in a children’s residential care home.
• A full driving license issued in the UK.
• Applicants must have full right to work in the UK with no restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager in the day-to-day running of the homes.
• Promote emotional wellbeing and personal growth of young people.
• Ensure a nurturing and supportive environment.

Skills

Supervisory experience in children's residential care

Therapeutic, person-centred approach

In-depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Are you an experienced qualified senior support worker who is looking for a new adventure?

Or an experienced Deputy Manager looking to take on a new challenge?

Then join our highly valued team and start a truly rewarding career!

Salary: £34,000 - £36,000 per year. Sleep ins paid at £60.00 per sleep. Opportunities to pick up overtime at enhanced rate.

Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. May be required to cover shifts if required in the home. Rotas given in advance. We are a 365 day a year service due to the nature of our work.

Red Lake House is two properties set across one site offering crisis intervention and trauma informed therapeutic care. We are looking for a nurturing and dedicated off rota Deputy Manager to support the Home Manager in the day to day running of the homes.

Our young people receive the highest quality care and support, offering consistency, emotional wellbeing and personal growth in a nurturing and supportive environment.

We also offer educational places in our schools where our young people can engage in a more personalised education plan to help them thrive and reach their full potential. Esland are driven to changing children’s lives for the better by providing best‑in‑class specialist services.

• A minimum 12 months supervisory experience in a children’s residential care home
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
• A full driving licence issued in the UK
• Applicants must have full right to work in the UK with no restrictions
• In depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations, expectations and best practice
• Values in line with Esland's, such as taking a therapeutic, person‑centred approach to childcare
• Due to industry regulations, applicants must be aged 21 or above

Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company will cover the costs).

All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference.

For more information about Esland, visit www.esland.co.uk