Deputy Manager - Children's Residential (Learning Disabilities)

Cpl UK; Catford; Sur place; GBP 32 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Full UK driving licence preferred

Résumé du poste

Client in London/South East is seeking an experienced Deputy Manager for a children’s learning disabilities home in Catford, SE6. You will support the Registered Manager, lead staff, and ensure high-quality care and up-to-date records.

The role requires safeguarding knowledge, DBS clearance, and a Level 3 Diploma (Level 5 desirable). A driving licence is preferred and sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), essential; Level 5 or working towards it desirable.
• At least 2 years' experience in children's residential care, including at a senior or supervisory level.
• Experience supporting children with learning disabilities, autism and/or complex needs.
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted requirements.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.
• Enhanced DBS (or willing to obtain). Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, sponsorship is not available.

Responsabilités

• Deputise for the Registered Manager and lead the home in their absence
• Lead, supervise and develop the staff team, including rotas, supervisions and appraisals
• Make sure care plans, risk assessments and records are high quality and up to date
• Keep the home compliant with the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards, and support Ofsted and Regulation 44 visits
• Work closely with families, social workers, schools and health professionals

Connaissances

Leadership

Staff supervision

Safeguarding

Formation

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards)

Description du poste

Our client, a well-established provider of children's residential care across London and the South East, is looking for an experienced Deputy Manager to join its children's learning disabilities home in Catford, SE6.

This is a key leadership role. You'll support the Registered Manager to deliver safe, consistent, child-centred care to young people with learning disabilities and complex needs.

The role

• Deputise for the Registered Manager and lead the home in their absence
• Lead, supervise and develop the staff team, including rotas, supervisions and appraisals
• Make sure care plans, risk assessments and records are high quality and up to date
• Keep the home compliant with the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards, and support Ofsted and Regulation 44 visits
• Work closely with families, social workers, schools and health professionals

About you

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), essential; Level 5 or working towards it desirable
• At least 2 years' experience in children's residential care, including at a senior or supervisory level
• Experience supporting children with learning disabilities, autism and/or complex needs
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
• Full UK driving licence preferred
• Enhanced DBS (or willing to obtain). Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available