Job Title: Deputy Manager
Provision: Children's Residential Home
Where you will be based: Sunderland
The Service Users: Children aged 7 to 17 with Mild Learning Difficulties and Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
Working Week and Pay:
* Hours: 48 hours per week, 4 shifts of 12 hours each on a rolling rota, days only. Note that the Deputy Manager is responsible for the staff rota including their own shifts.
* Salary: £35,000 per annum
The Company:
* Number of children’s homes in the group: 5 to 10
* Other services they offer: Residential care, educational support, therapeutic services
* Company Ofsted track record: Good Across all the provisions
* Growth Plans: Expanding their services to support more children and young people both with Children EBD and LD Residential and Care leaver services.
* Ethos / Values: Dedicated to providing the best possible outcomes for children, promoting a nurturing and supportive environment
What does Progression look like: Fully funded development pathway to your Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification, alongside a comprehensive programme of skills and career development opportunities. Working alongside an amazing Registered Manager.
Other benefits:
* Excellent health and wellbeing benefits
* Discounted gym memberships
* Company pension contribution
* Holiday: 270 hours inclusive of public holidays, with additional leave for continuous service
Induction: Comprehensive induction program with support from multi-disciplinary experts including education specialists, therapists, and assessment leads.
Training: Access to a fully funded development pathway to Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification, and a comprehensive programme of skills and career development opportunities.
What you will need/None-Negotiables:
* Qualifications: Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce or equivalent
* Experience: Previous role as a Deputy or Assistant Manager or Senior Residential Support Worker in the Residential Child Care sector
* Driving Licence: A full, valid, UK driving licence for manual vehicles
* Fluent in English: Good verbal and written communication skills
* Other Skills: IT proficient and the desire to learn new skills
* Understanding of: Safeguarding children, legislation relating to residential childcare, and confidence in supervising care teams
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client's professional and dedicated team, they encourage you to apply today.
To apply for this rewarding opportunity, click the apply button or contact us for more information.
For more information or a confidential chat, please contact Sam at:
* Phone: 0113 318 0595
* Email: samuel@sgscare.co.uk
SGS Care and our client are equal opportunities employers and have a commitment to safeguarding children, following Safer Recruitment practices. The successful candidate will be subject to necessary background checks, governed by regulation, including obtaining an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI, and professional and personal references.
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