About Us
Affinity Children’s Care has a total of 4 therapeutic EBD children's residential homes in Walsall and Castleford, with a established staff team who are dedicated to supporting young people aged 8 to 18 who have faced significant adversity. We are committed to creating a safe, nurturing environment that promotes growth and development, while adhering to high Ofsted standards and the Children’s Act.
Our Aim
Affinity Children's Care create a safe and sustainable nurturing environment for our young people and a developmental and rewarding workplace for our care team. We ensure our team(s) adhere to Ofsted standards and guidelines referencing the Children’s Act and Children’s Care Standards, Ofsted is the looked after children’s regulatory body.
Company Benefits
Auto enrolment NEST pension Scheme–criteria dependent, opt out available.
Life Insurance - 1 year salary paid to a nominated person/pet
Medicash cash back plan, giving you high street discounts and cash back on dental and optical costs.
Eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, giving you high street and online discounts
Comprehensive induction and full training provided and access to nationally recognised vocational qualifications.
Career progression for all roles
Team building events
Online and face to face comprehensive training
£160 Incentive of completing online training prior start date
Christmas Voucher
Free DBS application and yearly checks
Enhanced annual leave
Additional rates paid on Christmas and New Years day
Overtime rate paid after completion of fulltime contractual hours.
Bereavement leave
Deputy Manager Position
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Deputy Manager to work in our 2 bed therapeutic children's home, with the support of the Dual homes Registered Manager. The Deputy Manager is to maintain high-quality care is carried out and ensuring our young people's well-being adheres to our mission of safety and development together with supporting our dedicated team at Affinity Children’s Care Ltd.
Roles of Responsibilities
* Assist the Manager in overseeing daily operations of the residential facility.
* Support the implementation of care plans tailored to each young person’s needs.
* Attend professional multi agency meetings
* Supervise and lead care staff to ensure high standards of care.
* Carry out supervisions
* Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding policies.
* Contribute to staff training and development initiatives.
* Monitor the well-being of young people and respond appropriately to their needs.
* Maintain accurate records and reports related to care activities.
* Promote a positive, nurturing environment that fosters growth and resilience.
* On call rota (out of hours), every 5 weeks to provide emergency support and guidance to the team
Qualifications and Experience
* Level 4 Children Young People and Families Practitioner, Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care are essential and must have experience working with children.
* Proven supervisory or management experience within a residential or care setting.
* Strong leadership and supervisory skills (2 years preferred)
* Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and regulatory standards.
* Excellent communication skills with children, families, professional bodies and team members.
* Experience with care planning and implementing policies.
* Compassionate approach tailored to vulnerable young people.
Full UK driving licence is required for this position.
'Join us in making a meaningful difference in young people’s lives - apply now to become a key part of Affinity Children’s Care compassionate team