Experienced Deputy Manager - Residential Children's Home
25 days ago
£30000–£35000 yearly
Full-time
London
As Deputy Manager, you will play a pivotal role supporting the homes Manager with the day-to-day operational running of the home, using your creativity, knowledge and integrity to guide, motivate and coach our Support Workers to achieve and maintain the highest standards when delivering care to our young people.
Working in a challenging environment where no two days are the same, we are seeking a resilient individual with in-depth knowledge of working with young people whose needs are often complex: building positive relationships through patience and understanding.
The role requires a dynamic individual with the ability to apply their previous knowledge and experience of children’s residential service, to ensure that Family First Care Services continues to enhance the lives of our young people whilst providing a progressive environment for their team. You will be required to demonstrate practical leadership skills, expert communication and the ability to work under pressure in a demanding environment, whilst following all current legislations and Family First Care Services own policies and procedures.
If you are an inspirational leader, able to support, motivate and develop your team and the young people within our homes we would love to hear from you. Responsibilities - Working closely with the Management team and outside - agencies to ensure the young people receive the best possible care. - Working with all levels of the Staff Team providing supervision, ongoing training and leading shifts when required. - Develop and update a range of paperwork, including Care Plans, Behaviour Support Plans and Risk Assessments. - Running the home in the absence of the Registered Manager. - Build trusting and lasting relationships with young people offering them unconditional dignity and respect. - Continually maintaining accurate and clear record keeping. - Meeting the physical, emotional, behavioural and cultural needs of the young people and reviewing/recording any amendments to identified needs. - Provide encouragement to all young people to work towards achieving their goals. - Provide security and safety to young people. - Actively contributing to the development of the team. Experience or Qualifications Required - NVQ Level 3 or equivalent within Children & Young People. Willing to work towards an NVQ Level 5 in Residential Childcare. - Experience working with children/young people in a Residential Childcare setting, for at least three years - Experience in a supervisory capacity as a Senior or Deputy Manager for at least one year. - Excellent organisational and communication skills with the ability to disseminate information. - Experience of leading staff and decision making in a residential setting to ensure the best care for our young people, including staff reviews, supervision and professional development. - Ability to deal with conflict/crisis situations effectively and in a therapeutic manner when managing both young people and staff. - Flexible and responsive in order to meet the needs of our young people which can change day to day. - A genuine passion for care and to be motivated by contributing to the progression of others. - A strong team player. - Knowledge of the Children's Home Regulations and Ofsted Requirements. - Resilience to keep going at difficult times and to ask for support if needed. - Excellent written and oral communication skills. - Computer literacy and an eye for detail. What We Offer - Salary up to £35,000 per annum - Full Time, Permanent - 28 days annual leave - Pension scheme
