Job Description

Winner of the Best Employer 2024 at the Children and young people awards, Bright Life Living we are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic candidate to take on our Deputy Manager role with the view and aim of them becoming a Registered Manager for us in the future.

We want to grow as a company with our valued staff members and so we hope to find a candidate whom is willing to support our homes manager whilst undertaking their own bespoke development plan to run a future bright life living provision of their own.

As the Deputy Manager

you will earn up to 34,000- 38,000.

Other benefits include:

Refer a friend bonus scheme up to 500 Flexible working pattern whereby your shifts/hours are planned 6 months in advance 100% training funded by us (Inc. diploma 5) Blue light card Paid birthday off Employee Assistance Programme Career progression for all roles with tailored development plan
Responsibilities of the Deputy Care Manager:

Work closely with & assist the Home Manager to lead a successful team and run the day-to-day operations of the home. Supervise and support all staff members. Attend reviews & liaise with other professionals as part of the wider team ensuring children achieve their aspirations and full potential. Assist with the creation and maintenance of placement and risk management plans. Support young people in daily activities including family contact, attending local clubs, 1:1 activities in the community, promoting independence and social behaviour. Assist the Registered Manager to ensure the safety of all children, young people, and staff - including ensuring that safeguarding practice, procedures, and recording all regulatory requirements and professional expectations. To complete a mixture of shift based worked as well as administrative hours to meet the needs of the home. Take on senior responsibilities that the Manager deems appropriate (e.g. Health and Safety, Medication, petty cash etc.) To assist with recruitment / onboarding of new staff within the home. Support the manager in the development of Senior and RSW knowledge and skills base. To be part of the Home's Management On-Call Rota for 7 days per month. The willingness to undertake (if not already completed) Level 5 Leadership and Management.
It is essential for the Deputy Manager to have:

Diploma OR NVQ Level 3/4/5 in Children and Young People's Workforce. Level 5 in Leadership and Management (Desirable) or willingness to complete (essential) 2 years' work experience working at Deputy level with young people in a residential environment. Hands on experience of working with young people with emotional and behavioural issues and complex needs including challenging behaviour. Willing to excel and commit to continuous development

Interested? Please apply now

and we will be in touch shortly.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 34,000.00-38,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Company events Company pension Referral programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person