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Deputy Childrens Home Manager ST7

Job Posted: 11 days ago

Salary: £ 38,849 - 39,425 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire

Expire in: 17 days

Job Description

Deputy Children's Manager
Position: Deputy Children's Manager (Full Time)
Home Type: 3-Bed EBD Children's Residential Home
Shift Pattern: 2:4 rota including sleep-ins

 About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Deputy Children's Manager to support the leadership and day-to-day management of a 3-bed EBD children's residential home. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced residential childcare professional looking to progress into a senior leadership role while making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people.

Working alongside the Registered Manager, you will help ensure the home provides a safe, therapeutic, and nurturing environment where children and young people can thrive and achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

* Support the Registered Manager in the effective day-to-day running of the home.
* Lead high-quality care practices and deputise for the Registered Manager when required.
* Supervise, mentor, and support staff, promoting continuous professional development and high standards of practice.
* Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures, children's legislation, and regulatory requirements.
* Build positive relationships with children and young people to promote their wellbeing and development.
* Plan staff rotas, allocate resources, and maintain the smooth operation of the home.
* Support the development, implementation, and review of individual care and therapeutic plans.
* Work collaboratively with social workers, education providers, healthcare professionals, and other partner agencies.
* Promote an inclusive, stable, and nurturing home environment.
* Support Ofsted inspections and contribute towards maintaining regulatory compliance and quality standards.
* Take responsibility for overseeing the home in the absence of the Registered Manager.

 Essential Criteria

* Minimum 1 year's experience in a supervisory or management role within residential children's care.
* Minimum 2 years' experience working in residential childcare.
* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
* Willingness and ability to complete the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare if not already achieved.
* Excellent understanding of child development, trauma-informed practice, and safeguarding.
* Strong leadership, organisational, and delegation skills.
* Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and best practice within residential childcare.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Competent in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
* Full UK Driving Licence.
* Resilient, adaptable, and able to work effectively under pressure.
* Flexible to work shifts, including weekends and sleep-ins.
* Commitment to continuous professional development.

 Desirable Criteria

* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare.
* Experience managing staff performance and supporting team development.
* Previous experience overseeing the home in the absence of the Registered Manager.
* Experience supporting or participating in Ofsted inspections.
* Experience working within an Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) residential setting.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

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