We are looking for a Deputy Manager to work alongside our Leadership Team at Kingfisher Lodge and in the future support our ambitions to have a Multi Building Registration. We are looking for a strong team player with experience in residential childcare and demonstrates both management and leadership qualities, an individual that is highly motivated, reflective, and creative. The candidate will have experience managing risk and supporting a staff team, the ideal candidate will have experience working with children or young people and be flexible in working times to meet the needs of children living in the home. We are looking for a talented, inspiring leader who can support a staff team through periods of change and takes a relational approach to practice. We seek to enable a progressive culture where creativity can flourish, where innovation and thinking differently can be embraced and where ambition and high aspiration for children to improve their outcomes can be upheld for every child. Any successful applicant will be supported to complete The Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or equivalent within the first 2 years in post if this has not already been achieved. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure that you and the staff work in accordance with the Statement of Purpose and ethos of the home, updating relevant records and documents as required. Demonstrate effective leadership to direct and support the staff team to deliver person-centred childcare working towards the best outcomes for each young person Demonstrate a working knowledge, implement, adhere to, and give guidance to other staff on all relevant legislation for Children’s Homes. Demonstrate a working knowledge and understanding of the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, The Quality Care Standards and the SCCIF, under which each home is measured and judged against and promptly implement any recommendations or address requirements to improve the service after any Ofsted inspection. To ensure that you and the staff team implement and adhere to our Safeguarding Policy and procedures Work in partnership with team members and other professionals Ensure Social Workers are notified of all significant events Undertake all administrative tasks necessary for the effective running of the home according to the Policies and Procedures. As part of the Leadership Team ensure that the home is fit for purpose by ensuring that Fire Regulations and Health and Safety Regulations are met, Quality Assurance and Regulation 44 Reports action points are addressed promptly. Supporting the performance and development of staff by conducting regular supervisions and annual appraisal process Complete appropriate training within the required timeframes, ensuring that an up-to-date training record is kept. Respond to emergencies out of hours when the Homes Manager is unavailable. Supporting finances, budgeting, invoicing and wage checks and compliance Undertaking other duties as may be deemed appropriate from time to time. Interviews for this post will take place on 17th January 2024. If you would like to discuss the role please do not hesitate to contact Rebecca Fleming, Homes Manager on 07982828709 or email