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 is rooted in fostering positive, healthy relationships and guiding young individuals through successful transitions into adulthood.
We are on the lookout for a Deputy Manager to help lead our established 4-bed home in Barnsley. If you’re ready to make a difference, read on!
Your Role: Main Purpose of 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.
Your Responsibilities
Service and Practice Management
* Ensure exceptional care across both homes, adhering to legislation and safeguarding requirements.
* Maintain compliance with Health and Safety regulations and ensure staff are well-trained.
* Assist in accurate record-keeping and contribute to quality assurance systems.
* Promote effective childcare practices that support continuous improvement.
* Prepare for and lead internal and external meetings, stepping in for the Registered Manager when needed.
* Participate in the on-call rota and provide sleep-in cover as required.
* Produce clear, evaluative reports to uphold regulatory standards.
* Make operational decisions in the absence of the Registered Manager.
Human Resource Management
* Support the recruitment process, ensuring all safer recruitment checks are completed.
* Assist in staff induction, supervision, and appraisal in line with expectations.
* Encourage staff development by ensuring training and CPD requirements are met.
* Help manage effective rotas and oversee staff expenses.
* Conduct investigations into complaints and disciplinary matters as per policy.
Management of Resources & External Relations
* Assist in monitoring budgets and financial processes to ensure effective resource use.
* Report 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: Required Attributes
* A commitment to delivering high-quality care and education.
* Experience in leading or managing a team.
* Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
* Minimum Level 3 Children & Young People qualification.
* Level 5 Leadership & Management, or a willingness to complete it.
* Understanding of the needs of vulnerable young people.
* Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
* Emotional resilience when working with challenging behavior.
* Full UK driving licence and access to transport.
* Flexible, reliable, and eager to contribute to organizational development.
Why Join Us? Benefits
* 25 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
* Up to £35 on-call payments.
* Full-time hours with sleep-in duties as per the home’s rota.
* Some office days for administrative tasks.
* Petrol allowance for using your own car (proof of business insurance required).
* Pension scheme in line with organizational and government guidelines.
Dove Adolescent Services Ltd, established in 1993, provides 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.