An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Manager with ideally 3-5 years’ experience in a residential children’s care setting to join our client. They provide therapeutic care to children and young people and offering excellent benefits.
As a Deputy Manager, you will oversee the care and well-being of children in a newly built therapeutic home, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for up to three children and young people. This role offers opportunity for progression to Registered Manager after probation.
You will be responsible for:
* Provide therapeutic care and support to children with emotional and behavioural needs, ensuring their welfare and development.
* Lead shifts, supervise staff, and implement placement plans while supporting the children's education.
* Assist the Registered Manager with OFSTED inspections, audits, and regulatory compliance.
* Oversee staff inductions, ongoing training, and manage on-call responsibilities as needed.
* Ensure effective budget management, risk management, and maintain accurate care plans and documentation.
What we are looking for:
1. Ideally have 3-5 years’ experience in a residential children’s care setting.
2. Understanding of therapeutic care and trauma-informed approaches.
3. Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification.
4. Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management, o...