An opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Head of Care to join the Maple View Care management team. Currently, we have 6 residential children with capacity for 7. If you are currently a Team Leader ready for your next step into social care management, this opportunity could be for you.
You will support the Registered Manager to lead the children’s home and provide direction, guidance, support, and leadership to all residential care staff in their delivery of a coherent care service in accordance with the principles and values contained in the School and SENAD Policy Documents and in accordance with regulatory requirements.
You will model best practice approaches and support staff and managers through significant challenging episodes with children. At busy times, you must be willing to support your team on shift, which may include weekends and bank holidays.
You will be a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) within the home.
You will hold the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and be willing to study for the Level 5 Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare.
As some driving may be involved in this role, a valid driving license and use of car/transport is desirable.
This vacancy is open to both internal and external candidates.
We are looking for someone who can be an inspirational leader with a positive outlook and ability to motivate the teams at all times. If you have at least two years’ experience of working with children who present with challenging behaviours, and are interested in this position, please submit an application form including a description of why you are interested in this role and what qualities you can bring to the role, no later than 9am, Monday 17th February 2025.
The SENAD Group is dedicated to equality of opportunity in all areas of work, education, and care.
Maple View School and The SENAD Group is committed to safeguarding those in our care – the successful candidate will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to thorough background checks including online.
Maple View School, 305A Prince Charles Avenue, Mackworth, Derby DE22 4LL
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