Children's Home Deputy Manager

Degree Six ,
London, Greater London
Salary: From £25,000 to £28,000 per annum

Overview

Are you serious about providing outstanding care to young people? Do you have what it takes to lead a team in a fast paced and unpredictable environment? I am working on behalf of a fantastic residential service for children and young people to recruit for an experienced Deputy Manager. The role is based in Surbiton Our client is an established provider of Residential Childcare with a proven record of creating home environments that exceed children’s needs. They facilitate children in their care to express their characters, whilst providing an exceptional level of care As a Deputy Manager you will be part of the management team working in a 'Good' Ofsted rated home, whilst making a huge difference to lives of children who live with Learning Difficulties and Special Needs The role includes: Overseeing the day to day management of the home in absence of the Registered Manager Providing leadership and guidance to assist the development of staff through supervisions as required by the Quality Standards Working closely with the Registered Manager to ensure the service maintains excellent standards Ensure training requirements for all staff are in line with their personal development plans Assist the Registered Manager to monitor expenditure and operate financial systems correctly Whilst the role has its challenges, the results you will see from the children you work with will offer incomparable job satisfaction. Could this be you? 2 Years experience working in a senior capacity with young people in a residential setting (Essential) Full driving license with access to own transport (Essential) Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (Essential) If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: Market leading rates of pay with additional over time Ongoing career progression including the opportunity to complete the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management Flexible working hours Generous Holiday entitlement Minimum 2% pension contributions If this could be you, please don’t hesitate and apply immediately The successful applicant will be appointed subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS check.