Residential Children's Services Deputy Manager, Bristol
Location: Bristol
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £, per annum (includes sleep in shifts)
Hours: Specific hours per week
Responsible for: Team Leaders, Residential Support Workers
About Headway
Headway Adolescent Resources has established a good reputation in the residential adolescent childcare sector, caring for young people holistically regardless of background.
Job Purpose
* Ensure the needs of young people are met and provide a safe, positive living environment.
* Manage and lead staff to deliver high-quality childcare.
* Support the Home Manager to ensure smooth operation and positive outcomes for young people.
Main Duties
* Work shifts to ensure effective home management and safeguarding.
* Manage staff and deputise for the Home Manager.
* Follow safeguarding policies and report concerns immediately.
* Maintain knowledge of legislation and promote best practices.
* Foster multi-agency collaboration and positive relationships.
* Lead by example, set standards, and support staff development.
* Contribute to care planning and review processes.
* Promote equality, health & safety, and confidentiality.
* Participate in training, on-call duties, and manage budgets responsibly.
Candidate Requirements
* Good education; working towards or holding Level Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce.
* Knowledge of child care legislation and standards.
* Experience working with challenging young people and outside agencies.
* Excellent report writing, IT, and organisational skills.
* Empathy, motivation, leadership skills, and a full UK driving licence.
* Subject to enhanced DBS check.
Benefits
* On-call payments.
* Ofsted bonus.
* Overtime, holiday allowance, pension scheme.
* Work phone.
Headway is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All candidates will undergo thorough checks, including an enhanced DBS.
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