Deputy Manager. Job in Staffordshire Education & Training Jobs

HR GO Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager for their Children's Home in Stoke-on-Trent. This rewarding role offers the chance to lead a skilled team and make a significant impact on the lives of children and young people. You'll oversee the safety and well-being of residents, encourage their participation in activities, and manage the home in the absence of the Registered Manager. With a competitive salary and a variety of benefits, this position is perfect for those passionate about providing high-quality care and support in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Medical cost reimbursements

Employee Assistance Programme

'Perk Box' for discounts and offers

Annual Leave Service Award

Long Service Bonus

Support for professional development

Qualification Bonus

Refer a Friend Scheme

Free meals on shift

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in Children's residential homes.
• Experience with OFSTED inspections and current legislation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and well-being of young people in care.
• Lead and support staff teams in a residential childcare setting.

Skills

Leadership

Childcare Management

OFSTED Compliance

Therapeutic Care

Team Management

Education

Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare

Diploma Level 3 in Children and Young Person's Workforce

Job description

Our client based in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking dedicated and motivated Deputy Manager to join their Children's Home and you will have a background of working within a Childrens Home and ideally experience with OFSTED.

(PLEASE NOTE WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCPET OVERSEAS APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION)

If you are passionate about making a true difference in the lives of children and young people, this rewarding role offers a diverse daily experience and the opportunity to lead a skilled team committed to providing high-quality care. Perhaps you are a Registered Manager wanting to take a step back or you are a Senior Childrens Residential Support Worker wanting to step up.

The client is a specialist and make pride themselves in operating a number of homes across the area most of which rated as Outstanding by OFSTED.

As the homes Deputy Manager in Stoke-on-Trent you will be a leader in your position and a mentor to staff and children alike.

Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure the safety and well-being of young people in care.
- Encourage and motivate young people to participate in activities and education.
- Lead and support staff teams in a residential childcare setting in the social care industry
- Manage the home in the absence of the Registered Manager.

Essential Requirements:
- Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare.
- Full UK driving license with business insurance as you will be taking children to activities (mileage will be paid)
- Willingness to sleep in on a 2 on, 4 off rota.
- Diploma Level 3 in Children and Young Person's Workforce or equivalent.
- Experience with OFSTED Inspections.
- Knowledge of current legislation in the sector.
- Flexibility for shift work, including weekends and sleep-ins.
- Ability to deliver therapeutic care.

Desirable Attributes:
- 3 years of experience working in Children's residential homes, with 1 year post L3 qualification.
- Team Leader or Leadership & Management qualification.
- Experience working in a Childrens Home.
- Experience in a therapeutic setting and success in developing staff teams and individuals.

Benefits:
- Competitive salary of up to 39,500 with additional sleep-in payments.
- Medical cost reimbursements.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- 'Perk Box' for discounts and offers.
- Annual Leave Service Award and Long Service Bonus.
- Support for professional development.
- Qualification Bonus.
- Refer a Friend Scheme.
- Free meals on shift.

Join our client as a Deputy Manager and contribute to the exceptional care and development of children and young people.