Deputy Manager - Young People

Job Description

*** CAR DRIVERS ONLY ***

We are currently recruiting for experienced full-time and permanent Deputy Managers to join a dynamic and fast paced Children's Residential home based in Newton Abbot, Devon which supports children with emotional behavioural difficulties and very challenging behaviour within a residential setting.

Salary:

• The successful candidate will receive a salary of £24,500 - £27,000 per year including sleep in shifts.
• 175 average hours per month (not including sleep in shifts).
• Must be willing to work 24hr sleep in shifts with non-contact time available for admin.

About the Organisation:

The organisation supports and educates children with emotional behavioural difficulties and very challenging behaviour within a residential setting. Secure placements are offered to young people aged 11-18 who display challenging and harmful behaviours. The welfare of the children in this care setting is paramount and the aim is to create a positive living environment, taking a holistic approach, enabling these young people to achieve an independent and fulfilled life. They also have a high Ofsted and DfE registration standard.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• To deputise for the Registered Manager and in their absence be responsible for the operation and management of the Residential Home.
• Maintain the highest standards in the home at all times, by undertaking regular checks and managing team members.
• To work as part of a team to holistically support the young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties and challenging behaviour.
• Join the on-call rota.
• Take a lead in the assessing, placement planning and behavioural management of young people.
• Hold working knowledge of care plans.
• Support the management of referrals into and out of the Home to provide a smooth, well planned transition period.
• Ensure that the Safeguarding Policy is followed at all times.

Benefits include:

• Job satisfaction, making a difference in children's lives.
• Work-life balance.
• Attendance bonus available. If you have no absences in a 6-month period you will receive a £100 attendance bonus.
• Learning and development plans.

Experience and Qualifications:

• It is an essential requirement that Deputy Managers hold a minimum NVQ Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• To be promoted to Registered Manager, you need to be actively studying for an NVQ Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management in Residential Care or relevant alternative and gain this qualification within 3 years of appointment.
• A minimum of one year's experience of working at a Senior level in working with children and young people.
• Experience within this sector is essential.
• Excellent leadership/management skills.
• Knowledge of the regulations.
• Experience in working with children and young people is essential.
• Must be a car driver with a Full UK Driving Licence due to the rural location of the setting.
• Must be over the age of 23 due to the age of the oldest young person at the setting.
• Able to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS Clearance.

Referral Bonus

At Vetro Recruitment we recognise that exceptional people always know other exceptional people, so why not earn £50 to £250 for referring them to Vetro Recruitment. 

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements.

At Vetro Recruitment, we have over 25 years experience helping people plan their career path, navigate the job market and find their ideal role. We pride ourselves on the service we offer our candidates. We will work alongside you at all stages of the job application process and help you identify, apply for and secure your ideal role. Whether you are looking for a permanent or temporary position we're here to help.

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