Job Title: Deputy Children's Home Manager
Location: Leek
Salary: £35,000 per annum
Service Type: 6-bed Children's Home, specialising in learning disabilities and autism
Hours: Full-time, permanent
About the Role:
Claire at Amber Mace is looking for a dedicated Deputy Children's Home Manager to join the team at a specialist children’s home that provides care for young people with learning disabilities and autism. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the management of the home, ensuring high-quality care, safeguarding, and supporting the development of a positive and safe environment for the young people. The role requires a hands-on approach to leadership, combined with the ability to manage a team, liaise with external professionals, and oversee the day-to-day operations of the home.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in the overall management of the children’s home, ensuring compliance with all regulations, including OFSTED standards.
Support the Home Manager in developing and delivering high-quality care plans tailored to each young person’s individual needs, with a focus on learning disabilities and autism.
Supervise and lead a team of carers, supporting their professional development and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
Manage the daily operations of the home, including staff rotas, health and safety protocols, and ensuring a positive, nurturing environment for the young people.
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