Deputy Manager Residential Children's Home
Location: St Helens
Salary: Up to £37000 a year
Job Type: Full-time
Overview
We are excited to offer a fantastic career opportunity for a Deputy Manager at a new children's home in St Helens. This role is ideal for someone who is committed to making a difference in the lives of children and young people. You will work closely with the Registered Manager to shape the culture and ethos of the home, ensuring a supportive and positive environment for both the residents and staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate as part of a multi-disciplinary team, including professionals and family members.
- Promote and support children and young people in education, training, or employment.
- Engage in life story work, restorative justice, and systemic family-based approaches to create a therapeutic environment.
- Holistically promote the emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing of the children.
- Participate in care planning, assessments, and contextual safeguarding.
- Help develop life skills for children and young people to prepare them for life post-18.
- Support and manage staff, including recruitment, induction, supervision, and professional development.
- Assist in budgetary control and effective rota management.
- Prepare for and attend key meetings, including strategy meetings.
- Ensure staff respond appropriately to child protection concerns and follow relevant protocols.
- Assist in holding team meetings and keeping staff informed of policies and procedures.
- Handle administrative duties related to the home and provide reports for directors/board of governors and external inspectorates.
Requirements
- Minimum of two years' experience in a residential children's provision.
- Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People) or equivalent, with a willingness to complete Diploma Level 5 in Leadership and Management within residential children's home settings.
- Ideally, knowledge of mental health, attachment and trauma, and the PACE model.
- Supervisory experience and strong leadership skills.
- Valid driving license.
- Computer literacy.
Benefits
- Salary of £30,000 per annum plus an additional sleep-in payment of £55 per sleep-in (approximately £4,200 per year).
- Access to the leadership academy and training development opportunities.
- Potential for career progression.
- Comprehensive benefits package including pension, life insurance, critical illness plans, and cash medical plans.
- Employee discounts, free parking, and a health and wellbeing programme.
- DBS costs covered.
- Comprehensive induction programme including shadow working.
- A warm, friendly, inclusive working environment.
Application Requirements
- Minimum Level 3 NVQ/Diploma in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People) or an equivalent and relevant qualification, such as a degree.
- At least one year of experience in a residential children's home (preferred).
- A valid driving license.
If you are a resilient, flexible individual with a proactive attitude, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping a new team and creating a positive impact in the lives of children and young people.
Work Location: In person, St Helens
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