Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home (EBD) Coventry
About the Role
We're looking for an experienced Deputy Manager to join our residential home for young people aged 8-17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). You'll combine hands-on work with young people with day-to-day leadership of the team, stepping up to manage the home in the Registered Manager's absence and ensuring care meets Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
Pay & Hours
45 per sleep-in Approximately 160 hours per month
What You'll Be Doing
* Leading and managing the home effectively in the Manager's absence
* Supervising, appraising and developing colleagues, including inductions and personal development plans
* Overseeing health and safety, including risk assessments and safe working practices
* Supporting budget management - monitoring expenditure, petty cash, agency use and occupancy levels
* Maintaining a safe, homely environment that meets regulatory and quality standards
* Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people, contributing to care planning and reviews
What We're Looking For
* At least 1 year's experience as a Senior Residential Care Worker in a children's home setting
* Level 3 in Children's and Young People's Workforce (required); Level 5 desirable
* Strong understanding of safeguarding and the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
* Proven ability to lead shifts, supervise colleagues and support their development
* Full UK manual driving licence
* Genuine care and compassion for looked-after children
* Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-ins
Why Join Us?
* Real Living Wage employer with competitive pay rates
* Generous refer-a-friend scheme
* Life assurance and financial wellbeing service
* Tastecard, Blue Light Card and MyGym discounts
* Comprehensive induction programme (face-to-face, online and shadowing)
* Therapeutic training and support via our SHINE programme
* Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities
* Free, confidential employee assistance programme
* Supportive management and senior leadership team
If you're ready to make a real difference to young people's lives, give me a message.
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