Residential Child Care Deputy Manager

Gateshead Regeneration Partnership; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Annual leave 28–32 days

Learning & development

Health & wellbeing support

Cycle to Work

EV car scheme

Salary sacrifice discounts

Job summary

Gateshead Council is seeking a Residential Child Care Manager to lead a team across four residential homes. You will manage staff, supervise carers, and ensure the delivery of high-quality care for looked-after children aged 12–17.

You must hold NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and be willing to pursue Level 5 Diploma within 18–24 months. A full UK driving licence and experience with safeguarding are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified to NVQ Level 3 Caring for Children and Young People or Level 3/4 Diploma for Children and Young People’s Workforce.
• Willing to work towards Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management within 18–24 months.

Responsibilities

• Manage, support and supervise residential child care officers and domestic staff to ensure an outstanding service.
• Provide 24/7 cover; work days, evenings, weekends and sleep-ins on a rotas basis.
• Travel between homes using a valid UK driving licence; liaise with parents, social workers and partner agencies.

Skills

Driving licence

Child welfare knowledge

Report writing

Education

NVQ Level 3 Caring for Children and Young People

Diploma for Children and Young People’s Workforce Level 3/4

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (in progress)

Job description

Gateshead Council is seeking a Residential Child Care Manager to lead a team across four residential homes. You will manage staff, supervise carers, and ensure the delivery of high-quality care for looked-after children aged 12–17.

You must hold NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and be willing to pursue Level 5 Diploma within 18–24 months. A full UK driving licence and experience with safeguarding are essential.