OFSTED Deputy Manager. Job in Canterbury Education & Training Jobs

Recruit Me Care Ltd; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A care provider in Canterbury is looking for a Deputy Manager to join their team. The ideal candidate will have experience in a children's home and managerial skills to lead a dedicated staff team. An attractive salary of £38,000 - £40,000 is offered for this full-time position with potential flexibility in working hours. The role requires strong communication, decision-making, and the capacity to support children's development.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Maternity and Paternity packages

Staff Loyalty Scheme

28 Days holiday

Pension Scheme

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience in a Children's Home.
• Knowledge and experience in a supervisory role.
• Be over the age of 21.
• Be prepared to work flexible hours, including nights.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Home Manager in maintaining the smooth running of the home.
• Deliver care and support to young people.
• Ensure regulatory requirements are met.
• Manage and lead the staff team.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to motivate and guide children

Experience with disruptive behavior

Leadership and staff management

Decision-making

Education

Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care with Children and Young People

Job description

We are looking for the right Deputy Manager to join our home in Canterbury. We are looking for a Deputy Manager with experience of working in a Children's home, with managerial experience to deliver high standards of care, leadership and child protection to children and young people. Successful Deputy Manager will be confident, works well to their own initiative, possess excellent communication skills, is a good decision maker and has the ability develop staff to their full potential.

We are offering our Deputy Managers 38,000 - 40,000 per annum per annum , working Monday to Friday 9-5, depending if the Deputy Manager holds a Diploma Level 5 in leadership and management.

Purpose of the Role of Deputy Manager:

A Deputy Manager will assist the Home Manager in maintaining the smooth running of the home by promoting a harmonious culture by co-ordinating, supervising, directing and facilitating the team in delivering high standards of care. Protection and support to the children and young people by facilitating their physical, psychological, emotional and social development.

Abilities required for the Role of Deputy Manager include but are not limited to:

The ability to manage the home in the Managers absence, to an excellent standard.

The ability to take responsibility for delivering care and support to the young people.

The ability to ensure the home meets its regulatory and legislation requirements.

The ability to work in accordance with the Quality Care Standards for Children's homes and co-operate with any inspection process.

The ability to manage and lead the staff team.

The ability to offer support and guidance during On-Call duties.

The ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both with colleagues and children, verbally and in writing.

The ability to motivate, aid and guide children in their self-development.

The ability to listen and respond both responsibly and appropriately with sensitivity.

Ability to manage children who display disruptive or challenging behaviour and to guide/direct staff in managing that behaviour.

Ability to manage and take direct responsibility for staff performance, training.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and observe data protection guidelines.

Benefits & Rewards we offer:

• Various Contracted hour shifts available
• Flexible working, to promote work life balance
• Maternity and Paternity packages
• Staff Loyalty Scheme, including extra annual leave days
• Staff Loyalty Scheme, including monetary awards each year
• Refer a friend reward scheme earn up to 2000 per referral depending on experience
• Blue Light Card, offering a range of discounts and rewards
• 28 Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Opportunity to achieve an NVQ Level 5 paid for by the company
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Full induction programme
• Ongoing training and development, opportunities to progress within an expanding company and be part of an effective and supportive team

Essential Requirements for the Role of Deputy Manager:

• Two years experience working in a Children's Home.
• Knowledge and experience gained in a supervisory role of a Children's Home.
• Hold a Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care with Children and Young People.
• Be prepared to work early, late and night shifts (including sleepovers) on a rota basis.
• Be over the age of 21 (Employer has claimed an exemption under the Equality Act 2010).

Desirable Requirements for the Role of Deputy Manager:

• Hold a full UK driving license.