Residential Children's Services Deputy Manager

1 week ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Headway Full time
Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Deputy Manager to join our team at Headway Adolescent Children's Services. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing a team of Team Leaders and Residential Support Workers to provide high-quality care and support to young people in our care.

Key Responsibilities:

  • To ensure the needs of young people in our care are met and provide a positive and safe living experience.
  • To manage and lead the Team Leaders and Residential Support Workers to deliver high-quality childcare.
  • To work closely with the Children's Home Manager to ensure the smooth operation of the residential home and achieve positive outcomes for young people.

Main Duties:

  • To work on shift and ensure the Home runs efficiently and effectively to a high standard, safeguarding young people at all times.
  • To manage a staff team and deputise for the Home Manager in their absence, delivering supervision in accordance with company policy.
  • To comply with the Company's Safeguarding Policies and Procedures, reporting any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Officer immediately.
  • To have a thorough up-to-date knowledge of the Home's Statement of Purpose, Policy and Procedures, and relevant legislation.
  • To promote effective multi-agency working and positive relationships with staff, the local community, and other professionals.
  • To comply with and enforce company guidelines on Codes of Conduct, setting an acceptable role model standard within the home.
  • To assist in the development and delivery of young people's Plans and ensure the staff team contributes to the reviewing and monitoring process.
  • To promote anti-discriminatory and equal opportunity practices in line with Company Policy.
  • To implement and enforce legislation and company policies on Health & Safety, Fire, and Data Protection.
  • To attend required training and present in-house training courses, supporting QCF learners.
  • To participate in the on-call Rota and be available to cover shifts when required.
  • To manage the petty cash budget and monitor the home's budget as directed by the Home Manager.

Requirements:

  • Good overall standard of education.
  • Working towards or hold a Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of Child Care legislation, children's home regulations, and quality standards.
  • Hold a QCF Level 3 qualification or be willing to work towards one.
  • Commitment to commence a Level 5 Diploma within 6 months of appointment and successful completion of probation period, if not already qualified to this level.
  • A minimum of 2 years' previous experience of working directly with young people with challenging behaviour.
  • Experience of working with outside agencies, other professionals, parents, and families.
  • Excellent report writing and numeracy skills.
  • Well-organised with excellent administration and IT skills.
  • Able to relate to young people with empathy and committed to a high standard of childcare and achieving the best outcomes for young people in their care.
  • Strong motivational, management, and leadership potential, able to supervise, support, and develop Team Leaders & Residential Support Workers to create a cohesive team.
  • The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
  • Must hold a full, clean UK Driving Licence (manual).

Benefits:

  • On-call payments.
  • Ofsted Bonus.
  • Increased Overtime Rate.
  • Holiday Allowance.
  • Pension Scheme.


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