Deputy Manager- Children's Home

SGS Care Ltd; Radstock; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care provider is seeking a Deputy Manager to lead teams and provide therapeutic care for young people with learning disabilities and emotional difficulties. The ideal candidate will have at least a year of experience in a senior role, possess NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare, and have strong leadership skills. This is a permanent position located in Radstock, offering competitive benefits including annual leave and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Bonuses

Pension

Mobile phone

28 days annual leave + 3 paid wellness days

Birthday leave

Free meals & casual dress

On-site parking

Discounted health & wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in a children's residential care setting as a Senior Support Worker.
• Confident in leading staff teams.
• Strong communicator with nurturing and empathetic leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support staff in therapeutic care.
• Ensure safeguarding practices.
• Reflective practice within the team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safeguarding practices

Reflective practice

Trauma-informed care

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare

UK driving licence

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home
Location: Radstock, Bath
Salary: £35,276 per annum (includes 1 sleep-in per week)
Working Hour: Mix of 07:30–21:30 (on shift) and 08:30–16:30 (admin shifts)
Number of Sleeps Required: 1 per week
Pay Per Sleep: £63
Service: Children’s Home
Service Users: YPs with Learning Disabilities and Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
Qualifications Required: NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare
Experience in Years Required: Minimum 1 year in a children’s residential care setting as a Senior Support Worker
Employment Type: Permanent

The Home

• Location: Radstock, Bath
• Type of YPs: Learning Disabilities, EBD
• Ofsted Rating: Not specified
• Ratio of Staff to Children: High support levels, therapeutic staffing

Who we are looking for…

• A passionate and trauma-informed leader
• Confident in leading staff teams and safeguarding practices
• Committed to reflective practice and therapeutic care
• Experienced in residential childcare with a minimum of 1 year in a senior role
• NVQ Level 3 qualified with a UK driving licence
• Strong communicator with nurturing and empathetic leadership

Sponsorship is not available
Individuals with only CQC experience and who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Children’s Home will not be considered

Who you will be working for…

A small, progressive, trauma-informed provider of children's homes
Proud members of The Consortium of Therapeutic Communities (TCTC)
Operates a growing number of therapeutic homes with a commitment to child-centred practice
Ambitious future plans, with emphasis on staff development and service quality

Why this Home & Company…

Progression Opportunity: Senior leadership mentoring and development pathways
Qualification Opportunity: NVQ Level 5 offered
Benefits:

• Bonuses
• Pension
• Mobile phone
• 28 days annual leave + 3 paid wellness days
• Staff Wellness Programme including Wellness Wednesdays
• Birthday leave
• Free meals & casual dress
• On-site parking
• Discounted health & wellbeing initiatives

Ethos & Culture:

• Trauma-informed and emotionally warm
• Community-based and reflective working
• Supportive and family-feel environment
• Committed to staff wellbeing and team support

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.

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