Deputy Manager

Deputy Manager – Children’s Services

Job Title: Deputy Manager
Job Type:  Permanent
Location: Norwich

Days and hours of work: Monday to Sunday (Rota basis) 40 hours per week
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £31,700 + Inspection and performance related bonuses.

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for Deputy Manager. This a fantastic opportunity to work with an independently run provider based in Norwich.

Our client provides residential care for children with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour in a small residential home.

THE ROLE

• To assist the registered manager and group managers in the effective management of the home and assume delegated responsibilities.
• Promote the development of staff through training and regular supervision, ensuring a high standard of professional care, safeguarding and protecting the wellbeing of the service users.
• To meet the needs of and promote the development of all living within the home.
• To work in partnership with the staff team and other professionals to safeguard and promote the welfare of all individuals
• Have experience and knowledge of the Ofstead framework.
• Develop a confident, competent and consistent staff team and provide leadership and guidance
• Be involved in the recruitment and retention of staff
• To ensure staff are adequately trained, supported and supervised
• To promote the efficient and effective operation of the home
• To contribute to the development and growth of the company

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ROLE

• You will have at least  2 years’ managerial experience in health and social care
• You will have proven experience dealing with behaviour that challenges
• Full clean driving licence
• Have experience and knowledge of the Ofsted framework
• NVQ level 3 or above
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Children’s Health and Social Care ( not essential but must be willing to undertake)
• A passion for supporting individuals and encouraging independence
• Creating staff rota’s and monitoring staff holidays and sickness
• Auditing case files and writing reports
• Assisting the Registered manager in HR administration tasks
• Good communicator on all levels
• Excellent Commitment and reliability

IN RETURN OUR CLIENT CAN OFFER

• Free and comprehensive training
• Competitive pay
• Pension scheme
• Holiday pay
• Bonus for successful Ofsted inspections
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Wellbeing support

For more information please contact our specialist recruitment team on (phone number removed)

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