Job Title: Deputy Home Manager
Location: Shropshire
Salary: 36712 per annum 1200 per annum car allowance (pay uplift pending)
Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent
Working Hours / Shift Pattern: Predominantly Monday to Friday office hours with a minimum of 4 shifts including sleep-ins (rotad in advance)
Service: Childrens Home
Service Users: Solo occupancy homes supporting young people
Qualifications Required: NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
Experience Required: Minimum 1 year as a Senior Residential Care Worker
The Home: Our client is recruiting a Deputy Home Manager to support the Home Manager in the running of three solo occupancy homes in Shropshire. You will take responsibility for the management of the resource as a whole deputise in the Home Managers absence and ensure the homes exceed Quality Standards. You will adopt a multi-skilled approach that meets the needs of young people and the home lead staff teams in behaviour management and ensure high-quality residential care and education practice is maintained. You will also form part of the on-call manager rota.
Number of homes: Three solo occupancy homes
Ofsted rating: All Learning Disabilities homes rated GOOD or OUTSTANDING
Who we are looking for: A passionate and skilled Deputy Home Manager who is confident leading teams experienced in behaviour management and committed to safeguarding and child protection. You must hold a full UK manual driving licence have access to your own transport and be able to complete sleep-in duties. A keen interest in outdoor education is advantageous and recognised outdoor activity qualifications may result in a salary increase.
Why this home & company: Every day is different and every day matters. Our client promotes respect dignity and inclusion creating a purpose-driven environment where young people are encouraged to engage in outdoor education and meaningful experiences.
Progression: Clear development route to Senior Deputy or Manager roles
Training / qualifications: Fully paid induction (2 weeks) and support to achieve QCF Level 3 and beyond. Access to a Training Hub with 800 CPD accredited care-sector subjects
Benefits: FREE getaways with access to 5 UK holiday homes (Borth Tenby Morecambe Ayr and Clarach Bay); Blue Light Card; Cycle to Work scheme; Casual dress; Meals provided while on shift; Bank holiday bonus (time and a half including New Years Eve); Free on-site parking; Access to employee support health and wellbeing programme; No agency staff used
Sponsorship is not available.
How to apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our clients dedicated team apply today.
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