Job Description

Job Title:

Deputy Manager

Location:

Ormskirk

Salary:

34,992.00 - 38,592 per annum (Competitive, dependent on qualification/experience)

Job Type:

Full-time, Permanent, 160-hour contract per month

About Us

My3 Ltd. is a specialist residential care provider based in the Northwest of England dedicated to supporting children and young people with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Developmental Disorders including Physical Disabilities.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Deputy Manager to join our team in providing exceptional care within our Ofsted Registered Children's Home, working under a dual Dual Registered Manager with young people with Autism and Learning disabilities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in working in children's residential Care, with a passion for enhancing the quality of life for our young people. As the Deputy Manager, you will play a crucial role in supervising daily operations, ensuring adherence to care plans, and supporting the overall management of the home.

If you are looking for a company with high expectations when it comes to achieving best outcomes for young people, a company that respects and values its employees, one that offers career progression and recognises, appreciates, acknowledges and rewards hard work, then look no further.

Responsibilities

Assist the Manager in overseeing daily operations of the home, ensuring high standards of care are maintained. Supervise and support care staff in their duties, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Develop and implement individualised care plans for young people, ensuring their needs are met effectively. Administer medications as required and ensure compliance with medication administration protocols, audit medication systems within the home. Conduct regular assessments of young people's health and wellbeing, adjusting care plans as necessary in agreement with the manager and local authority. Provide leadership and guidance to staff, promoting professional development and adherence to best practices in children's care. Ensure all documentation related to young people's care is accurate and up to date. Liaise with families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies to coordinate comprehensive care for young people.

Skills and Experience

Level 3/4 qualified in Residential Childcare Level 5 is desirable but not essential, MY3 Limited offer this qualification to all Deputy Managers Strong understanding of Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards. Good understanding of Health and Safety at work Proven ability to develop effective care plans tailored to individual young people's needs. Excellent supervisory skills with a focus on leadership and team development. Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage effectively with young people, families, professionals and staff. Strong organisational skills with attention to detail in managing multiple responsibilities. You will be expected to be a good role model; embrace rights, encourage healthy lifestyles, to support young people in having all their health needs met, promote wellbeing, help young people develop safe decision making and work in a manner that ensures they are safe. Resilience, good humour, empathy, stamina, and a good understanding of children, including but not required and understanding of young people with autism, learning disabilities and associated conditions.

Experience

- Minimum of 3 years experience of working in residential childcare setting Minimum of 1 year's experience in a senior, supervisory role.

Personality

- approachable, good listener, honest, trustworthy, reliable and fun to be with. Must have the ability to establish professional relationships with children, to develop trust, to understand and recognise boundaries but know also how to relate to children and how to play.

Additional requirements:

Ability to undertake sleep in duty where required

Be both physically and emotionally fit

Be flexible in response to changing needs within the service.

Be a Driver with car and hold a clean licence

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, 160hr contract per month

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Private dental insurance Private medical insurance Store discount

Schedule:

Day shift Holidays Night shift Overtime

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required) level 3/4 children's residential care (required)

Work Location:

In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 34,992.00-38,592.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Company events Company pension Employee discount Gym membership On-site parking Referral programme
Schedule:

Day shift Night shift Overtime
Work Location: In person