Join Our Team as a Children's Home Deputy Manager!
Location: Barnsley
Contract Type: Full-time, permanent
Salary: Up to £40,831.30 per annum (inclusive of sleep-in shifts and on-call payments)
Specific Hours: 39 hours per week
Accountable to: Registered Manager and Responsible Individuals & Operational Directors
At Dove Adolescent Services, we are passionate about empowering young people to develop emotional resilience and achieve their full potential. Our mission revolves around fostering positive, healthy relationships and guiding young individuals through successful transitions into adulthood.
Your Role
As our Deputy Manager, you will play a vital role in the daily operations of our established 4-bed home in Barnsley. You will work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure that we provide high-quality care that respects each young person's rights, wellbeing, and individual needs.
Main Responsibilities
* Service and Practice Management:
o Ensure high-quality care in compliance with legislation, safeguarding requirements, and organisational policies.
o Maintain Health and Safety standards and ensure staff are well-trained.
o Support accurate record-keeping and contribute to quality assurance systems.
o Promote effective childcare practices and continuous improvement.
o Prepare for and chair meetings, both internal and external.
o Participate in the on-call rota and provide sleep-in cover as needed.
o Produce evaluative reports and oversee documentation to meet regulatory standards.
o Make operational decisions in the absence of the Registered Manager.
* Human Resource Management:
o Support the recruitment process and ensure safer recruitment checks are completed.
o Assist in staff induction, supervision, and appraisal.
o Facilitate staff development through mandatory training and CPD.
o Manage staff rotas and oversee expenses.
o Conduct investigations into complaints and disciplinary matters.
* Resource Management & External Relations:
o Assist in monitoring budgets and financial processes.
o Report maintenance issues to ensure safety and compliance.
o Represent the organisation positively in all external interactions.
o Liaise with commissioners regarding placements and admissions.
What We’re Looking For
* Commitment to delivering high-quality care and education.
* Experience in leading or managing a team.
* Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
* Level 3 Children & Young People qualification (minimum).
* Level 5 Leadership & Management, or willingness to complete.
* Understanding of the needs of vulnerable young people.
* Ability to build effective relationships with young people and colleagues.
* Emotional resilience when working with challenging behaviour.
* Commitment to equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practice.
* Full UK driving licence and access to transport.
* Flexible, reliable, and eager to contribute to organisational development.
Why Join Us?
* Enjoy 25 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
* Receive up to £35 on-call payments.
* Work full-time with sleep-in duties as per the home’s rota.
* Some office days will be required for administrative tasks.
* Get a Petrol Allowance when using your own car (proof of business insurance required).
* Participate in our Pension Scheme in line with government guidance.
Dove Adolescent Services Ltd, established in 1993, provides residential care for young people. Please note that the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification.