Tudor Employment Agency are currently recruiting for a Deputy Manager to support and work alongside the Registered Manager of aResidential Childrens Home.
Efficiently co-managing the house budget, overseeing the development of staff and the young people in placement, formulating and updating placement plans, risk assessments and?positive handling plans.
You will support the Registered Manager in the delivery of high-quality service provision incorporating care, welfare, safety and security of all children and young people in his / her care. Responsible for supporting the staff team in managing the day-to-day tasks of the home, working on shift as the lead person for role modelling and developing good practice and liaising with multi-agency partners.
Duties & Responsibilities
Ensure that you and the staff work in accordance with the Statement of Purpose and Function of the home, updating?relevant documents as directed by your managerDemonstrate effective leadership to direct and support the staff team to deliver person centred childcare working towards the best outcomes for each young personDemonstrate a working knowledge, implement, adhere to, and give guidance to other staff on all relevant legislation for Childrens Homes.Demonstrate a working knowledge and understanding of the Childrens 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 the companies Safeguarding Policy and Local Authority Safeguarding proceduresWork cohesively and in partnership with team members and other professionalsEnsure Local Authority Social Workers are notified of all significant events, incidents, important changes and physical interventions within 24 hours.Ensure that young people receive a sensitive residential service which best meets their individual social, racial, psychological, educational, cultural, physical identity, and health care needsAs directed by your manager 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 Manager in the performance and development of staff by conducting regular supervisions and annual appraisal processParticipate effectively in the on-call duty system.Complete appropriate training within the required timeframes, ensuring that an up-to-date training record is maintained.Undertaking other duties as may be deemed appropriate from time to time.We are looking for candidates who have proven skills and experience in a Residential Care Setting or equivalent setting and are passionate about improving the lives and outcomes for children and young people.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications (Essential)
Proficient level of educationLevel 3 Qualification in Children in Residential Care (or equivalent)Experience (Essential)
Experience of working with children, young people, and their families in a supportive role, ideally within a Childrens Home SettingWorking and supporting children with Social and Emotional needsExcellent knowledge and experience of computer/word/outlook-based systemsAttendance and partaking in Child focussed meetings, such as Child in Care Reviews, Care PlanningSkills & Abilities (Essential)
Excellent verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with carers, children, families, and colleaguesExcellent organisational skills and able to under own initiative and as part of a teamAbility to build relationships and promote changeAbility to handle sensitive and confidential informationSalary: £35,000
In order to be considered for this position or for further information please contact our Care team on 01922 725445 extension 1020 or submit your CVTPBN1_UKTJ