Deputy Manager (Children’s Home) Wigan, Greater Manchester Salary: £37,000 - £38,000 Average 160 hours per month with up to 10 sleeps a month (£70 per sleep) Deputy Manager (Children’s Home) Overview First for Support are proud to be working alongside our client in their search for a Deputy Manager (Residential Childcare) in Wigan. You will have experience in supporting the Registered Manager in the effective running of a home for children and young people. Deputy Manager (Children’s Home) Benefits * Paid day of on birthday * Traveling bonus of £20 per month * No lateness /sickness bonus of £50 per 6 months * Paid Enhanced DBS * Support and financial support towards vocational qualification courses * Use of Company’s vehicle * Use of Company’s mobile phone & Computers * Loyalty, performance and yearly bonuses * Company events * Free parking Deputy Manager (Children’s Home) Requirements * Level 3/4 Diploma in Residential Childcare or working towards (or equivalent) * Minimum of two years' experience working in a residential childcare setting * Experience of supervising and supporting staff * Good working knowledge of legislation, regulations, and guidance relating to residential childcare * Ability to maintain accurate records and produce reports * A valid driver's license may be required * Enhanced DBS Checks Deputy Manager (Children’s Home) Key Responsibilities Work with the Registered Manager to ensure the effective running of the children’s home Provide leadership, guidance, and support to a team of staff to ensure that the children and young people receive high-quality care Ensure that all policies, procedures, and regulations relating to the residential care home are adhered to Promote and maintain a positive culture within the residential care home Work with children and young people to develop and implement care plans that meet their needs Ensure that all staff receive appropriate training and development to enable them to carry out their roles effectively Support the Manager in the recruitment, induction, and supervision of staff Monitor and evaluate the quality of care provided within the residential care home and make improvements where necessary Act as a key worker for a group of children and young people as required Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in accordance with statutory requirements Participate in the on-call rota to provide out-of-hours support to staff and children and young people as required If this role is of interest, then please APPLY today to avoid any disappointment