Children's Residential Deputy Manager
£16 - £18 per hour
Up to 40 hours per week
Milton Keynes
Our client is a family-oriented company looking to recruit a Children's Residential Deputy Manager for their therapeutic home. Their journey began in 2004 with fostering, and through a decade of fostering experience, they identified gaps in the care system where the wellbeing of children and young people was not always prioritized. They are committed to making a positive difference, providing a homely environment where children feel safe, loved, and nurtured.
As a Deputy Manager, you will assist in leading and supporting the team while ensuring the highest standard of care is delivered. Our client is looking for someone who is passionate about working with children who have had a challenging start in life and who will embody their ethos.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the manager in achieving the aims and objectives outlined in the Statement of Purpose.
- Deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager.
- Provide leadership and support to the staff team to meet the needs of the children.
- Undertake direct work with children and young people as needed.
- Manage child protection concerns and complaints.
- Collaborate with other professionals to achieve optimal outcomes for young people.
- A man and woman are seated at a table, reviewing documents from a folder in a collaborative setting.
- Ensure each young person has an allocated key worker and that each child's placement plan is followed by staff.
- Attend childcare reviews and planning meetings to provide information and achieve the best outcomes for young people.
- Provide supervision and support to senior staff in line with the Children's Home Regulations.
- Act as a positive role model for young people, undertaking direct work with them.
- Help develop systems where young people can voice their opinions on the quality of care they receive.
Requirements:
- NVQ Level 3 in Child Health and Social Care.
- Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.
- It is desirable you have at least two years' experience of working with children or young.
- You must have a full UK Driving License.
- This role requires an enhanced DBS Check.
This role will typically be between 37 - 40 hours per week, made up as a mixture of:
- Early shifts
- Late shifts
- Long days
- Sleep-Ins
Are you Interested Apply now with an up-to-date CV.