Job Description

Deputy Manager - Children's Home

We are an Ofsted-registered provider of residential children's services in Essex. We specialise in supporting four Children with EBD needs from a beautifully refurbished home in Harlow.

If you're a kind, empathetic, resilient Deputy Manager with a good sense of humour that prides yourself on having a positive impact on young people, we want you on this journey!

The Opportunity

On a day-to-day basis you'll work in a team of 2 delivering on individual care plans that are designed with the young peoples best interest and optimal outcome at heart.

You'll work closely with the Registered Manager to support a team of Residential Support Workers and young people to become the best versions of themselves. This is a fast paced environment with good progression and promotion opportunities.

You'll be paid an hourly rate of between 15.50 - 16.50 dependent on experience and qualifications with the view to become the home registered manager in the future.

Eligibility & requirements

Available to work a mix of 9-5 office hours and shifts as per the needs of the service. A positive mind-set and outlook on life a proficient level of IT literacy Have previous senior leadership experience in a children's home Have had responsibility for areas of development, performance and standards and in developing teams Have a comprehensive understanding of the Children's Homes Regulations including Quality Standards 2015 Experience in providing reflective supervision Residential Child Care Workers. Are qualified as a minimum to Level 3 Diploma for Residential Child Care (or equivalent), or higher Hold a full UK driving license A full UK drivers license / International driving permit A willingness to personally grow, learn, develop and progress.

Duties

To support the Registered Care Manager in ensuring compliance by adhering to company Policy and Procedures. To adopt to the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and requirements set by Ofsted. To support and manage the home during Ofsted Inspections, either to undertake a proactive approach To ensure that the young people's needs are recognised and met. To overseeing the development, monitoring and implementation of the individual young people's care plans and case files. Ensure staff attend required training and team meetings. To develop and maintain good working relationships with parents, social workers, schools and other professionals involved with the welfare of the young people.

Interview Process:

Online Application (1 click) Telephone Interview (30 Minutes) Face to Face Interview (1 hour)
We have a robust safer recruitment process to ensure we share the same values and approach to working with children.

If you feel like you are under qualified for the above position, don't leave just yet. We may still have a position for you on our team. We are also looking for Senior Support Workers to be team leaders within the home. Check out our other job advertisement or pop us an e-mail.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 15.50-16.50 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Referral programme
Work Location: In person