We are working in partnership with a provider of children's services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Wheaton Ashton, Staffordshire.
If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with emotional, and behavioural difficulties within a children's home.
This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.
This is a permanent position working 173 hours per month plus additional sleep ins.
Previous experience in a senior or managerial role is not essential although all applicants must have an NVQ level 3 in Residential childcare.
Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £36,000 - £38,000 per year.
As a Deputy Manager your main responsibilities will include: * Maintain up-to-date knowledge of statutory and procedural frameworks for residential care and communicate this to members of the team.
* Support the Registered Manager with external audits.
* Ensure that staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its children.
* Ensure each child has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, social, and cultural needs.
* Ensure all new staff receive a thorough induction.
* Report and assist the manager in resolving issues relating to staff motivation, conduct and competencies of staff members.
* Monitor finances and ensure budgets are managed effectively.
Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including: * Enrolment onto your Level 5 * Free meals on shift * Progression opportunities when the time is right * Health and wellbeing program * Additional annual leave To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Jack Hollinrake.
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