We have fantastic opportunity available for a Residential Children’s Home Assistant Manager to join our two bedded Residential Children’s Homes within the Agbrigg area of Wakefield. As the Assistant Manager, you will play an active role in the day-to-day operation and provide key support to the Residential Homes Manager in their responsibilities for the effective management of the residential children’s homes. You will support the provision of a professional, child centred service, ensuring its accordance with the relevant regulations, legislation, codes of practice, policy, and procedures. About the Role: This role reports to the Homes Manager and deputises in their absence. This includes making executive decisions to ensure the safe running of the home and the services provided. We are looking for an Assistant Manager who: Has experience of working with children with emotional or behaviour challenges and understands their needs Is supportive and passionate about developing people and the home Is child-focussed, we put our children first Is compassionate, but firm and hugely kind Has skills in quality assurance Has the energy and motivation to innovate and inspire others Has experience of multi-agency working Is flexible, creative and can adapt to the needs of the home Is an experienced leader Is willing to work towards a Level 5 qualification or equivalent You will hold a Full UK Driving Licence and transport young people in the home car or your own with appropriate insurance cover. Assistant Homes Managers are also required to work flexibly and provide shift cover including earlies, lates and nights, bank holidays, sleep-ins and weekends. In joining us, you will be rewarded with a career defining opportunity to become part of an ambitious and growing service that is committed to staff retention, development, and equality. We will provide you with the training and support that will enable you to deliver the very best care for our children and young people and to succeed in your career. Want to Know More? If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Ihsan Manzoor. Tel: 07787273433 E-mail: imanzoor@wakefield.gov.uk To apply please click the Apply Now link below.