Residential Children's Services Deputy Manager

2 weeks ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Headway Full time
Job Title: Deputy Manager of Residential Children's Services

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Deputy Manager to join our team at Headway Adolescent Children's Services in Bristol. As a Deputy Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our residential children's home, providing a safe and supportive environment for young people in our care.

Key Responsibilities:

  • To work closely with the Home Manager to ensure the effective management of the residential home and the delivery of high-quality childcare services.
  • To lead and manage a team of Team Leaders and Residential Support Workers, providing guidance, support, and supervision to ensure the best possible outcomes for young people.
  • To develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of young people, staff, and the community.
  • To work collaboratively with external agencies, including social services, education, and healthcare providers, to ensure the best possible outcomes for young people.
  • To maintain accurate records and reports, including incident reports, staff supervision records, and young person's plans.
  • To participate in on-call rota and be available to cover shifts when required.

Requirements:

  • Good overall standard of education.
  • Working towards or hold 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 relevant 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 behavior.
  • Experience of working with outside agencies, other professionals, parents, and families.
  • Experience of attending reviews, planning meetings, etc.
  • Excellent report writing and numeracy skills.
  • Well-organized with excellent administration and IT skills.
  • Able to relate to young people with empathy and committed to a high standard of childcare and to achieve 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 - £10 for weekday (Monday to Friday) and £50 for Saturday and Sunday.
  • Ofsted Bonus of £200 for a Good report, £500 for an Outstanding report.
  • Increased Overtime Rate.
  • Holiday Allowance.
  • Pension Scheme (3% Employer contribution).
  • Work Phone.

Headway Adolescent Children's Services is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. All candidates will be subject to thorough reference checks, including an enhanced DBS, as safeguarding young people is at the heart of everything we do.



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