Deputy Manager Children's Services

Deputy Manager

Daisy Nook Recruitment is proud to be working alongside a privately run residential home for chilren (9-17 years old), with homes based in Surrey, West Sussex and Croydon. The homes are for chilren with emotional and behavioural difficulties. Our client is looking for a Deputy Managers for their home in Redhill, Surrey. This is a great career opportunity, joining a growing service right at a pivotal point.

The salary is between GBP35,000 - GBP38,000, 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
• Commitment to Continuous Professional Development

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