Children's Deputy Manager

Children's Home Deputy Manager - NO SLEEP INS! Salary:

£16.50 per hour (approximately £36,234 per annum) + bonus structure
Location: Stockport, SK2
Home Size: 2-Bed EBD Children's Home

Salary & Benefits

• £16.50 per hour, equating to approximately £36,234 per annum
• Additional bonus structure in place
• 3 on, 3 off shift pattern
• Day shifts from 10am to 10pm
• No sleep-in duties
• Established 2-bed EBD children's home
• Opportunity to contribute to the continued development of the service

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience within a children's residential care setting
• Experience supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD)
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, care planning and residential childcare regulations
• Leadership skills and the ability to support and motivate a staff team
• Good communication, organisational and decision-making skills
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure
• Commitment to providing safe, nurturing and child-centred care
• A proactive approach to maintaining and improving standards of care

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the established 2-bed EBD home
• Help maintain and improve the quality of care provided within the service
• Provide leadership, guidance and support to residential childcare staff
• Support staff development, training and effective team workingEnsure children receive safe, consistent and nurturing care tailored to their individual needs
• Support the development and review of care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support strategies
• Promote safeguarding and ensure concerns are recorded, reported and escalated appropriately
• Ensure care is delivered in line with relevant regulations, policies and procedures
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to quality assurance processes
• Build positive relationships with children, families, social workers and other professionals
• Work collaboratively with the senior management team to promote positive outcomes for children and young people
• Contribute to continuous improvement and the ongoing development of the home