Overview
Join to apply for the Assistant Manager to support the day-to-day running of dual registered children's homes in Herefordshire. You will work alongside the Registered Manager to ensure high standards of care, compliance with regulatory requirements, and a therapeutic, child-centred environment for the young people in our care.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist the Registered Manager in overseeing daily operations of the home
* Lead, support, and supervise staff to ensure the highest quality of care
* Promote a therapeutic and child-centred approach to care and behaviour management
* Ensure the home meets all Ofsted and statutory regulations
* Help develop and implement individual care plans and risk assessments
* Work directly with children and young people to build positive relationships and support their emotional, social, and educational development
* Support recruitment, training, and development of staff
* Participate in the on-call rota and cover shifts when needed
What We Are Looking For
* Must have Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
* Level 4 NVQ in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People), or Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is desirable but not essential
* Minimum 2 years' experience working in a children's residential setting, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or senior role
* Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child development, and relevant legislation (Children’s Homes Regulations, Ofsted framework)
* Ability to lead a team with empathy, professionalism, and integrity
* Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
* Full UK Driving Licence essential
* Enhanced DBS compliance required
What We Offer
* Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum
* Bonus scheme available
* Company pension
* Employee discounts
* Health & wellbeing programme
Safeguarding and Compliance
Family Care is committed to safeguarding and always promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects the post holder to share this commitment. In order to meet this responsibility, we follow Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we select suitable candidates.
All offers of employment are subject to safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and comprehensive references. Disclosure of a criminal background will not debar you from employment in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (exceptions) Order 1975.
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