Job Description

Deputy Manager Residential Childcare

Preston area, Full time permanent with generous benefits!

Are you seeking a new opportunity to work with children and young people within a residential setting? Do you have experience of working as a Deputy manager and ready to seek a new challenge?

An opportunity has arisen to join an organisation where they focus on providing exceptional care and support to children and young people with emotional and behavioural issues.
The company prides itself on putting the children and young people at the heart of what they do, and recruit people who have the same passion and commitment. An opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Manager for one of their residential homes near Preston.

The role:

• To assist and support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day operations of the home
• Support the development and implementation of care plans for children and young people..
• Lead and motivate a team of staff, providing guidance and support, being visible on shift and working on a rota basis.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of care and support provided.
• Liaise with and work alongside other colleagues and team members, attending meetings.
• Participate in training and development initiatives for staff
• Be aware of and work to all Ofsted guidelines and legislation
• Be part of any activities arranged for the young people and be flexible in your working approach.

About You:

• Relevant qualification in Children and Young People (Level 3 or equivalent.)
• Experience in a supervisory or management role within a residential care setting for children and young people.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work and support the young people and engaging with them
• Knowledge of legislation and best practices in Care for children and young people.
• Proficient in record-keeping and report writing.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Flexible to work on a rota basis including early, late and evening shifts with 1-2 sleep ins per week. Participate in the oncall structures.

Benefits:

• Structured and planned Training and Induction
• Competitive salary which includes sleep ins
• Work Life balance promoted with support
• Scope for professional and career development
• Annual leave, pension scheme.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture

If you believe you meet the above criteria and are passionate to support children and young people please apply now!

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