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Assistant Manager
Job Posted: 11 hours ago
Salary: £ 31,000 - 36,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cannock
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Assistant Manager – Children's Home
Location: Cannock
Salary: £31,000 – £36,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
Claire at Amber Mace is recruiting for a dedicated and experienced Assistant Manager to support the day-to-day running of a small, nurturing Ofsted-regulated children's home in Cannock. This home provides care and support for children and young people with learning disabilities and complex needs.
The ideal candidate will be passionate about delivering high-quality, child-centred care and have previous leadership experience within a residential children’s home setting.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Registered Manager in the daily operational management of the home.
Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of Residential Support Workers.
Promote a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that meets each child’s emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs.
Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations, Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015, and Quality Standards.
Support in the development and implementation of individual care plans and risk assessments.
Contribute to staff training, performance reviews, and development planning.
Participate in audits, inspections, and internal monitoring to uphold high care standards.
Support on-call duties as required and step into the Manager’s role in their absence.
Liaise with external professionals and families as part of a multi-agency approach to care.
Essential Criteria
Minimum Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
2–3 years' experience working in a children’s residential setting in a Senior or Team Leader role.
Proven experience supporting children and young people with learning disabilities.
Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection.
Confident in leading shifts, managing teams, and dealing with challenging behaviour.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience
Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Supportive working environment
Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people
How to Apply
Please call Claire at Amber Mace to discuss further details or email your cv to (url removed)Before You Apply
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