Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young people?
Do you enjoy working with children and helping them thrive?
If so, we want you on our team!
About Us: We are a family-owned company dedicated to putting the needs of children and young people first.
We are seeking a motivated, resilient, and caring individual who is driven to make a difference in the role of Deputy Manager.
Key Responsibilities: Support the Registered Manager in implementing recommendations from Ofsted Inspections and Regulation 44 visits, reporting to the Group Operations Director when required.
Contribute to the Care Planning process for children in our care by: Attending and preparing for children's conferences, reviews, planning meetings, and core group sessions.
Ensuring accurate and timely maintenance of children's records.
Completing delegated tasks from the Care Planning process to a high standard.
Maintain all records according to company policies, regulations, and statutory requirements.
Uphold strict confidentiality regarding all duties and information encountered.
Participate in supervision sessions and appraisal processes.
Work with the management team to prepare and implement a rota system that ensures the safety, security, and care of the children in your care.
Perform additional duties as required by the service needs or as directed by the Registered Manager.
Requirements: Must hold a Level 3 NVQ in Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent.
A qualification such as CQSW/DipSW/NVQ 4 in Care or Management, Level 4 NVQ in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People), or Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is desirable but not essential.
Must have at least one year of management experience and two years in a children's residential setting or similar residential services.
Demonstrable knowledge and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Must possess a full UK driving licence.
An enhanced DBS certificate will be required upon appointment.
Salary & Benefits: Salary: £35,113 - £36,127 per year, including sleep-in compensation (£60 per sleep).
Bonus scheme available.
Additional benefits include: Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discounts Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay Additional Information: All employment offers are subject to safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and comprehensive references.
We may close the application process early if a high number of quality applications are received.
Please note that we are permitted to ask about any convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Disclosure of a criminal background will not automatically disqualify you from employment.