Deputy Manager - supported living

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Lichfield, Staffordshire. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with emotional, and behavioural difficulties within a children's home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress. This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week during office hours and on-call duties. Previous experience in a senior or managerial role is not essential although all applicants must have an NVQ level 3 in Residential childcare. Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £33,000 - £37,000 per year. As a Deputy Manager your main responsibilities will include: * Maintain up-to-date knowledge of statutory and procedural frameworks for residential care and communicate this to members of the team. * Support the Registered Manager with external audits. * Ensure that staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its children. * Ensure each child has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, social, and cultural needs. * Ensure all new staff receive a thorough induction. * Report and assist the manager in resolving issues relating to staff motivation, conduct and competencies of staff members. * Monitor finances and ensure budgets are managed effectively. Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including: * Office hours based Deputy Manager role shifts are required occasionally for cover * Increase Annual Leave * Settled established children’s home * Enrolment onto your Level 5 To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Jack Hollinrake. Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus. REF: 2844