Childrens Residential Deputy Manager

4 weeks ago


Swadlincote, Derbyshire, United Kingdom CareTech Group Full time
Job Description

At CareTech Group, we strive to provide exceptional care and support to children and young people. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Deputy Manager to join our team in a Residential Deputy Manager role.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Registered Manager in achieving the aims and objectives of the Statement of Purpose.
  • Deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager.
  • Support and manage staff to enable them to meet the needs of children and young people.
  • Undertake direct work with children and young people as appropriate.
  • Manage child protection concerns and complaints.
  • Work in partnership with other professionals to achieve optimum outcomes for young people.
  • Offer supervision and support to senior staff in line with National Minimum Standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Ensure each young person has an allocated key worker.
  • Ensure each member of staff is aware of each child's placement plan and their responsibilities for its implementation.
  • Attend childcare reviews and planning meetings to provide information and achieve best outcomes for young people.
  • Undertake direct work with young people and act as an appropriate role model.
  • Assist in developing systems in which young people are consulted about the quality of care they receive.
  • Maintain accurate written records in logs, continuation sheets, and files.
  • Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to safeguard and promote the welfare of young people.
  • Chair children's meetings and facilitate consultation with young people.
  • Act as an appropriate adult at PACE interviews.

Staff Management:

  • Provide managerial control and direction in relation to staff duties and responsibilities.
  • Assist with the recruitment and retention of staff.
  • Supervise new starters during their probationary period.
  • Develop a management style that balances control and direction with staff decision-making opportunities.
  • Take responsibility for planning shifts and ensuring their smooth running.
  • Provide consultation and informal advice and support to staff.
  • Offer 1:1 supervision to staff in line with National Minimum Standards.
  • Identify and progress individual training and development needs of staff.
  • Undertake annual appraisal of staff.
  • Address issues related to staff conduct and competence.

Resource Allocation:

  • Ensure adequate staffing levels meet the needs of the Home.
  • Manage budgets effectively and monitor the use of finances.
  • Ensure company vehicles are clean and regularly maintained.
  • Monitor the fabric of the building and take remedial action where necessary.

Efficient Operation:

  • Develop routines in consultation with young people and staff.
  • Clarify expectations for maintaining the Home in a clean and orderly condition.
  • Create rotas that fit best with children's needs.
  • Ensure appropriate and adequate reporting and recording systems are in place.
  • Attend to all administration issues related to the Home.

General Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Registered Manager in implementing all aspects of the Statement of Purpose.
  • Contribute to devising, implementing, and evaluating changes to improve services, systems, and standards.
  • Deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager.
  • Drive company vehicles, subject to policies and procedures.
  • Work on a rota basis according to the needs of young people.
  • Ensure resources are allocated appropriately and financial records are accurately maintained.
  • Receive supervision in line with National Minimum Standards and take responsibility for personal development and progress of individual training needs.
  • Carry out all other reasonable tasks directed by the Registered Manager.


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