We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Care Manager for our client in the Children's home who specialise in caring for children aged 6 to 17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting the leadership and operations of one of their new homes. You’ll work closely with the Registered Care Manager to develop a high-quality care team and ensure outstanding support for up to two children.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and Supervise: Guide a small team with training and professional support.
* Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and maintain high standards of record-keeping.
* Collaboration: Build strong relationships with external professionals and agencies.
* Child-Centred Reviews: Take a leading role in reviews, safeguarding processes, and professional meetings.
* Ofsted Inspections: Support inspections and ensure regulatory standards are met.
* Leadership: Assume leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Registered Manager.
* On-Call Duties: Participate in on-call duties across the organisation as required.
Requirements:
* Candidates must have at least 1 year of experience as a Deputy Manager or a minimum of 2 years as a Senior Residential Support Worker in a residential child care setting within the last 5 years.
* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
* Understanding of Ofsted and the inspection process.
* Good knowledge of Safeguarding and Child Protection procedures.
* Emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviours.
* Strong leadership, communication, and record-keeping skills.
* Ability to lead in reviews and meetings and advocate for children’s needs.
* Ability to take on call responsibilities.
To apply kindly send your updated cv to lynn@cockatiel.co.za
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