Deputy Manager- Residential Children's Home

I am recruiting for an experienced and dedicated Deputy Manager to join a residential children's home in Southend.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced care professional who is passionate about supporting young people and committed to delivering high-quality care. You will work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure the home operates effectively, safely and in line with Ofsted and regulatory requirements.

• Support the Registered Manager with the overall management and day-to-day running of the home.
• Promote the safety, welfare, development and wellbeing of the young people.
• Lead, motivate and support the staff team to deliver high-quality care.
• Assist with recruitment, safer recruitment checks, inductions and onboarding.
• Support staff development through training, supervision, appraisals and performance management.
• Monitor care standards and identify areas for improvement.
• Assist with audits, quality assurance and compliance checks.
• Ensure the home operates in line with Ofsted regulations, legislation and relevant policies.
• Support safeguarding, incident, complaint and investigation processes.
• Assist with preparing for inspections and implementing any required actions.
• Help ensure appropriate staffing levels and resources are maintained.
• Support admissions, transitions and care planning for young people.
• Work alongside social workers, families and other professionals involved in the young people's care.
• Ensure records, care plans and documentation are accurate and kept up to date.
• Support appropriate activities and educational opportunities for young people.
• Ensure young people's health, care and emotional wellbeing needs are appropriately supported.
• Promote positive relationships and a supportive environment for young people and staff.
• Deputise for the Registered Manager when required.
• Participate in a management on-call rota.
• Continuously promote and improve the quality of care provided within the home.

About You

• Previous experience within a residential children's home.
• Experience at Deputy Manager, Senior or another leadership level.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and children's residential care.
• Knowledge of Ofsted regulations and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• A genuine passion for improving outcomes for young people.

Qualifications

NVQ Level 4 in Residential Childcare or equivalent is required.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management is desirable.

SCR social care is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults / children as a priority. This is reflected in our pre-employment checks and requirement to verify and check the identity and references of all applicants.