Description
Job title: Deputy Manager – Residential childcare, children's homes
Salary: £37,000 per annum, plus enhancements
Hours: 40 hours per week, mainly 9am to 5pm, with flexibility required for late shifts (average once per week), 13 contracted sleep-in shifts per year, occasional weekends & overtime. Emergency 'on call' duties, as per rota.
Location: Bournemouth
It's exciting and busy times for Beaufort Care Group and, as we continue to expand, we are now recruiting for a Deputy Manager for our children's home in Bournemouth.
Why work for us
* Competitive salary with overtime and sleep-in enhancements
* 25 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays
* Established Company with excellent support from peers and Head Office
* Long service awards up to £2000
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Development opportunities and investment in your career to help you progress
* Blended approach to learning, training and development
* Company funded Blue Light Card
* Referral scheme for friends and family
* Free DBS
About the role
Beaufort Care Group are recruiting for an experienced Deputy Manager for our children's home in Bournemouth
As the Deputy Manager you will support the Registered Manager in leading a team of Childcare Practitioners to promote the safeguarding of children and support their educational, physical, social and emotional development. You will be responsible for good home management, timely administration and record keeping, ensuring we maintain high standards in line with Ofsted regulations and compliance.
In addition, the Deputy Manager will:
* Work with internal and external partners to support the health, development, and well-being of the children.
* Lead team consultations and ensure the children's voices are heard in planning and decision-making.
* Collaborate with the Registered Manager to assess team performance and implement improvements.
* Role-model best practice and provide crisis intervention support to the team.
* Develop, review, and report on placement plans to meet every child's evolving and individual needs.
* Maintain daily routines and manage resources effectively, escalating needs to the Registered Manager.
* Assist with policy implementation, Ofsted preparation, and compliance with regulations.
* Foster a supportive, open culture, addressing concerns and complaints promptly.
* Provide on-call support on the roster.
About you
To join us as the Deputy Manager you will demonstrate at least 2-years' experience in a team leader or supervisory role within residential childcare, with a sound working knowledge of safeguarding children, Ofsted regulations, Quality Standards and Children's Home Regulations 2015.
You must be qualified to NVQ Level 3 / 4 in Children, Young People and Families Practitioner (or equivalent).
You'll have extensive experience of working with children and young people between the ages of 06-18 who exhibit emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). Knowledge of PACE, attachment theory and play therapy is advantageous.
Your role will demand exceptional communication skills and a high standard of English, both written and verbal, with the ability to build relationships at all levels both within the home setting and with outside agencies, head office and other stakeholders.
To be successful, you will build an excellent team dynamic; role modelling excellent behaviours and applying sound judgement and rationale based on your experience and knowledge of the sector.
Confident in performing record keeping and administration tasks, using MS Office and other IT systems.
Essential must haves
A valid UK driving licence and daily commuting proximity to Bournemouth and surrounding areas. NVQ Level 3 / 4 qualification in a relevant field.
More About Beaufort Care Group
Beaufort Education and Care is a leading provider of residential childcare services for looked-after children aged 6-18. With over 20 years' experience in the sector, we own and manage 7 established children's homes and supported living services in Bournemouth and surrounding areas, and are currently expanding into Hampshire.
We specialise in supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) that stem from lived experiences of trauma and abuse. Our reputable homes all have a contemporary yet cosy 'family feel' and are dedicated to providing high-quality, therapeutic childcare, ensuring each child's individual needs are met in a nurturing and supportive environment.
Commitment to Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities
Beaufort Care Group is fully committed to safeguarding children and promoting equal opportunities. Candidates will be subject to a thorough application and recruitment process, with successful applicants undergoing robust background checks including Police and Safeguarding enquiries to ensure the safety and well-being of the children in our care.