Deputy Manager. Job in Crewe Education & Training Jobs

Leaders In Care; Crewe; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in child-centred care is seeking a passionate Deputy Manager for a new Residential Children's Home in Crewe. This role involves setting up the home and ensuring high-quality support for children, alongside managing a team and compliance with regulations. With a salary range of £35,000 to £40,000, this opportunity offers significant career growth and professional development.

Benefits

Flexible 40-hour work week

Opportunities for professional development and training

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in a senior/deputy role within a children's residential service.
• Experience with Ofsted inspections required.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, induct, and develop a staff team.
• Lead and manage care and placement planning.
• Oversee budgeting and financial management.
• Facilitate Ofsted inspections and regulatory reports.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance

Financial Management

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of Attachment Theory

Education

QCF Level 3/4 in Children and Young People

Level 5 qualification (or willingness to undertake)

Job description

Are you ready to take on an exciting challenge and make a real impact? Our client is on the hunt for a passionate Residential Children's Home - Deputy Manager to spearhead the setup of a new provision in Crewe. This is a unique opportunity to be involved in every aspect of developing a children's home from the ground up, with a company dedicated to providing high-quality, child-centred care.

With an annual salary of 35,000 - 40,000, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your career. You'll enjoy a strong support network with an experienced registered Manager and Responsible Individual, and you'll be part of a 3-bed home setup. Plus, there are ample opportunities for professional development and training.

Our client is committed to creating safe and nurturing environments where children and young people can thrive. They focus on providing high-quality, child-centred care in residential settings, ensuring that every child receives the support they need to flourish.

As the Residential Children's Home - Deputy Manager, you will:

• Recruit, induct, and develop a staff team
• Ensure compliance with statutory and organisational policies
• Lead and manage care and placement planning
• Maintain professional relationships with multi-agency partnerships
• Oversee budgeting and financial management
• Provide professional supervision and training for staff
• Facilitate Ofsted inspections and regulatory reports

Package and Benefits:

The Residential Children's Home - Deputy Manager role offers:

• Annual salary of 35,000 - 40,000
• 40-hour work week with flexibility
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Comprehensive benefits package

The ideal candidate for the Residential Children's Home - Deputy Manager position should have:

• QCF Level 3/4 in Children and Young People (CYP)
• A minimum of one year of experience in a senior/deputy role within a children's residential service
• Comprehensive knowledge of attachment theory and quality standards
• Experience with Ofsted inspections
• A full UK driving licence
• Level 5 qualification or a willingness to undertake QCF Level 5 in leadership and management

If you have experience as a Residential Care Manager, Children's Home Manager, Care Home Manager, Registered Care Manager, or Childcare Manager, this role could be the perfect fit for you. Your skills and experience could be exactly what our client is looking for in a Residential Children's Home - Deputy Manager.

If you're ready to make a difference and take on an exciting new challenge, this Residential Children's Home - Deputy Manager role could be the perfect opportunity for you. Apply now and be a part of creating a nurturing environment where children can thrive.