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Assistant childrens home manager

Job Posted: 20 days ago

Salary: £ 37,000 - 37,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Ammanford, Carmarthenshire

Expire in: 8 days

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced senior carer to step up as our Deputy Home Manager. Our Ammanford and New Neath home home supports young people (ages 8-17) who may have experienced trauma, exhibit challenging behaviour, or have specific intellectual, physical, or sensory needs.

You'll work closely with our Statement of Purpose, stay on top of regulations, and help create a safe, life-changing space where both staff and children feel supported.

What You'll Do

Lead the Team: Work with the Registered Manager to run daily operations, sort work rotas, and coach the care team.

Get Stuck In: Join the staffing rota to deliver excellent direct care to our young people.

Care Planning: Design and review individual care plans that celebrate each child's identity.

Keep Everyone Safe: Prioritise safeguarding, monitor well-being, and handle any concerns right away.

Meds & Admin: Safely give prescribed medication and keep accurate records.

Empower the Kids: Get young people involved in decisions about their own lives and growth.

Collaborate: Keep communication flowing with families, Local Authorities, and healthcare pros.

What We Need From You

The Must-Haves:

Experience: At least 3 years in residential childcare, social work, or assisted living.

Leadership: A track record of managing teams and building a positive culture.

The Know-How: Solid understanding of child development, safeguarding, and Welsh care laws (RISCA 2016 / Social Services Act 2014).

Behaviour Support: Experience with Positive Behaviour Management and de-escalation.

Qualifications: Minimum Level 3 QCF in Residential Childcare and a full UK driving licence.

The Nice-to-Haves:

Level 4 or 5 QCF in Residential Childcare.

Experience with autism spectrum disorder or learning/physical disabilities.

Extra training in Trauma-Informed Care or Leadership.

Because you'll be working directly with kids, any job offer depends on an Enhanced DBS check (Children's Barred List), proof of your right to work in the UK, two professional references, and passing a 3-month probation.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing

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