Deputy Manager Children's Services

Deputy Manager

Daisy Nook Recruitment is proud to be working alongside a privately run residential home for children (8-17 years old), with homes based in Liverpool and Sheffield. The homes are for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties and learning disabilities. Our client is looking for a Deputy Manager for one of their homes in Liverpool.

The salary is between £30,000 - £35,000, dependent on experience.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Deputy Manager

To support the Manager to provide the team with positive leadership and guidance to ensure that the welfare of the children is paramount, and the children are supported to achieve the best possible outcomes.

To support the Manager to ensure all team members are compliant with Ofsted regulations.

To safeguard and promote the welfare and development of the children.

To support the team to ensure that the children's stay complies with the ethos of their care plan

To ensure that care plans are regularly reviewed by Key workers

To attend training and ensure that all staff attend required/relevant training

Deputy Manager Specification

Positive experience working with children in a similar environment.

The ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing and to complete reports and care plans etc.

The ability to drive and evidence of a clean driving license

Knowledge and experience of implementing children's Safeguarding Procedures

Relevant Health and Social Care Qualification (minimum Level 3)

Commitment to Continuous Professional Development

If you have the right skills and experience please submit your CV