Job Description
Job Title: Children's HomeDeputy Manager
Home: Dual Registered Children's Home, Two Solo placements (Ofsted Regulated)
Company: Kelwel Care
Location: Letchworth, Hertfordshire
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm (or equivalent) + On Call Rota Duties
Salary: From £36,000 per annum
About Kelwel Care:
At Kelwel Care, we pride ourselves on providing theraputic, safe and supportive environments for young people. Our mission is to empower children and adolescents, helping them to build resilience and achieve their full potential.
We are seeking a dedicated, reliable and enthusiastic Deputy Manager to join our team in our Two Ofsted-regulated Solo placements. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring our young people receive the highest standard of care and support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership and Supervision: Assist the Registered Manager in managing and supervising the residential care staff, promoting an environment of continuous improvement and excellence.
- Care Planning: Develop, implement, and monitor individual care plans, ensuring children’s physical, emotional, and developmental needs are met.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the home is compliant with all relevant regulations, policies, and best practice guidelines, maintaining our high standards of care.
- Support and Mentorship: Provide guidance, mentoring, and support to the care team to enhance their skills and professional development.
- Crisis Management: Effectively handle and resolve any critical situations or incidents, ensuring the safety and well-being of children and staff.
- External Collaboration: Work closely with external agencies, schools and families to provide holistic and integrated care for each child.
- Administrative Duties: Oversee administrative tasks, including rostering, budgeting, and maintaining accurate records and reports.
Requirements:
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People’s Workforce or an equivalent qualification.
- Experience: Proven experience in a supervisory or management role within a residential care setting for children, preferably with EBD experience (though not essential).
- Skills: Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and make informed decisions under pressure.
- Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the complexities and challenges associated with EBD, and familiarity with relevant legislation and standards.
- Compliance: Must have a current enhanced DBS check or be willing to undergo one.
Benefits:
- Professional Development: Access to ongoing training and career development opportunities.
- Supportive Work Environment: Work within a collaborative and passionate team, with access to supervision and support.
- Employee Benefits: Inclusive of health and wellness programs, a pension scheme, and other employee benefits.
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*Please note Successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check and at present we do not offer sponsorship
We look forward to hearing from you!
Kelwel Care -
Pay: From £36,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
