Join Us as a Children's Home Deputy Manager!
Location: Barnsley
Contract Type: Full-time, permanent
Salary: Up to £40,831.30 per annum (including sleep-in shifts and on-call payments)
Specific Hours: 39 hours per week
Accountable to: Registered Manager and Operational Directors
At Dove Adolescent Services, we are passionate about empowering young people to build emotional resilience and achieve their full potential. Our mission revolves around fostering positive relationships and guiding young individuals through their transition into adulthood.
We are on the lookout for a Deputy Manager to help lead our established 4-bed home in Barnsley. If you are ready to make a difference, read on!
Your Role: Main Purpose of the Job
As our Deputy Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting the Registered Manager with the daily operations of the home. Your focus will be on delivering high-quality care while promoting the rights, wellbeing, and individual needs of each young person in line with our organizational policies.
Key Responsibilities
In this dynamic role, you will:
* Ensure exceptional care across both homes, adhering to legislation and safeguarding requirements.
* Maintain compliance with Health and Safety regulations, ensuring staff are well-trained and informed.
* Assist with accurate record-keeping and contribute to quality assurance systems.
* Lead initiatives that promote effective childcare practices and continuous improvement.
* Prepare for and participate in internal and external meetings, representing the home effectively.
* Join the on-call rota and provide sleep-in cover as needed.
* Produce clear, evaluative reports to uphold regulatory standards.
* Make operational decisions in the absence of the Registered Manager.
Human Resource Management
Your leadership will shine as you:
* Support the recruitment process, ensuring all safer recruitment checks are completed.
* Assist in staff induction, supervision, and appraisal processes.
* Encourage staff development by ensuring training and CPD requirements are met.
* Manage effective rotas and oversee staff expenses.
* Conduct investigations into complaints and disciplinary matters as per policy.
Management of Resources & External Relations
In this role, you will also:
* Help monitor budgets and financial processes to ensure effective resource use.
* Address maintenance issues to keep both homes safe and compliant.
* Represent the organization positively in all external interactions.
* Liaise with commissioners regarding placements and admissions.
What We’re Looking For
To thrive in this role, you should possess:
* A commitment to delivering high-quality care and education.
* Experience in leading or managing a team.
* Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
* A minimum Level 3 Children & Young People qualification.
* A Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification (or willingness to complete).
* An understanding of the needs of vulnerable young people.
* Emotional resilience when working with challenging behavior.
* A full UK driving license and access to transport.
* A flexible and reliable approach to organizational development.
Why Join Us?
We offer a supportive and rewarding work environment with:
* 25 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
* Up to £35 in on-call payments.
* Full-time hours with sleep-in duties as per the home’s rota.
* Office days for administrative tasks.
* Petrol allowance for using your own car (proof of business insurance required).
* A pension scheme in line with organizational and government guidelines.
Dove Adolescent Services Ltd, established in 1993, provides exceptional residential care for young people. Please note that the successful applicant will undergo an enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without prior notification.