Deputy Manager

Recruiter
The SmartList
Location
Peterborough
Salary
10.00 GBP Hourly
Posted
14 Mar 2017
Closes
11 Apr 2017
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
LOCATION: Wisbech, Spalding, Whittlesey and Holbeach



JOB TITLE: Deputy Manager



SALARY & BENEFITS: Pay starting at GBP10.00




WORKING HOURS: 39 Hours per week



THE COMPANY: Our client is currently one of the largest and most innovative providers of education and residential care to children within the UK. They strive to provide strategies, support and solutions to some of the most difficult challenges involving young people.



THE ROLE: An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an established and successful company as a Deputy Manager based in Wisbech, Spalding, Whittlesey and Holbeach. The purpose of the position is to support the Registered Manager in the day to day running of the residential home and ensure a safe and caring environment, whilst being accountable for delivering a high quality care to the children and young people resident within the home.



Key Responsibilities for the role of Deputy Manager based in Wisbech, Spalding, Whittlesey and Holbeach:-



• Organising staff rotas

• Preparing plans for the children

• Taking part in the 7 day rota

• Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children

• Supporting the Registered Manager as and when is required

• To be responsible for the day to day running of the home in the absence of the Registered Manager



THE CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate for the role of Deputy Manager will have a minimum of 1 years' supervisor experience of working in Residential Childcare, and will hold an QCF or NVQ 3 (Caring for Children and Young People). Experience of the supervision of staff is essential to the role, as well as experience in child protection. Experience in Social Work Management is not essential, however would be desirable.



Key experience essential for the role of Deputy Manager based in Wisbech, Spalding, Whittlesey and Holbeach:-



• A minimum of 3 years' experience of working in Residential Childcare is essential

• A QCF or NVQ 3 (Caring for Children and Young People) is essential

• Experience of the supervision of staff is essential

• Experience in Social Work Management is not essential, however would be desirable.

• A full UK Driving Licence is desirable



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