Deputy Manager, Youth Supported Housing

Durham County Council; North East; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Management development

Safeguarding training

Career progression opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Rewards and benefits package

Job summary

Durham County Council is seeking a Deputy Manager to help launch and lead a new Supported Accommodation Service for young people in County Durham. You will work with the Registered Service Manager to build a culture that enables aspiration, safety, and independence, guiding staff to deliver outstanding support.

You will be accountable for safeguarding, care planning and continuous service improvement, drawing on evidence-based practice and strong leadership to achieve excellent outcomes.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
• Willingness to work towards a Level 5 in a relevant discipline.
• Significant experience working with children and young people in a relevant setting.
• Experience in a supervisory or management role.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Experience of quality assurance, auditing and service improvement.
• Knowledge of Supported Accommodation legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Experience of Ofsted inspections and performance improvement.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A strong understanding of evidence-based practice and research relating to children and young people.
• Applicants must hold a current driving licence and have access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Help develop and shape an innovative new Supported Accommodation Service.
• Lead, motivate and inspire staff to deliver outstanding support to young people.
• Champion high-quality, child-centred practice.
• Support quality assurance and continuous improvement activities.
• Promote a culture of aspiration, achievement and positive outcomes.
• Drive excellent safeguarding and care planning practice.
• Prepare for and support Ofsted inspections.
• Use evidence, research and best practice to continually improve the service.
• Create a nurturing environment where young people feel respected, supported and empowered.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Quality assurance

Regulatory knowledge

Ofsted experience

Evidence-based practice

Education

Level 3 Diploma (or equivalent)

Willingness to work towards Level 5

Tools

Driving licence

Job description

Durham County Council is seeking a Deputy Manager to help launch and lead a new Supported Accommodation Service for young people in County Durham. You will work with the Registered Service Manager to build a culture that enables aspiration, safety, and independence, guiding staff to deliver outstanding support.

You will be accountable for safeguarding, care planning and continuous service improvement, drawing on evidence-based practice and strong leadership to achieve excellent outcomes.