5ab Care
Deputy Manager Children's Residential
Job Location
Woodside, United Kingdom
Job Description
Job title: Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential
Responsible to: Registered Manager
Salary: up to £37,700 per annum
5ab Care is a provider of children's residential care, dedicated to providing high-quality care and support to children and young people. Our focus is on creating a nurturing and supportive environment where children can thrive and achieve their full potential.
We’re currently looking for a Deputy Manager to join the team at our home in Luton. As a Deputy Manager at 5ab Care, you will be involved in shaping and delivering the home’s Statement of Purpose and supporting the Registered Manager and team to achieve the same. We require someone to provide high-quality care services that support the needs of children and young people, to be an advocate for their well-being and to provide strong, motivational leadership to the team.
Essential requirements:
* Experience working with young people with varying levels of learning disabilities, emotional behavioral difficulties, Autism and complex needs.
* Experience with children with a variety of communication needs, understanding how to effectively communicate with children that are non-verbal, utilising tools such as PECS, choose boards and visual aids.
* Confident in managing behaviours that may challenge using positive behaviour support and de-escalation strategies.
* Possession / Working towards - Diploma level 5 Leadership & Management
* Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
* A driving licence is required for this role
Responsibilities:
* To assist the Registered Manager to ensure the efficient operation of the service in accordance with the relevant legislation, policies and procedures and the Statement of Purpose for the home.
* Responsibility for safeguarding and promoting individual rights; providing good quality care, free from oppression, and where differences are respected and valued.
* To support the implementation of a development plan for the service that ensures the delivery of a high quality, (clinically) informed practice.
* Achieve the highest standards of care for the children and young people which reflects their individual care planning objectivities.
* To co-ordinate and monitor casework and administrative functions of the home and evaluate standards of performance.
* To assist and supervise the continual assessment of the needs of the children and young people, and to identify and prepare specific development plans—ensuring the most appropriate service provision.
* To be involved in the recruitment, induction, mentoring, and supervision of new employees.
* Contribute to a comprehensive team training and development programme, enabling the service to have all the necessary skills and expertise levels available to meet the needs of the young people.
* Liaise with the various internal and external multi-disciplinary teams and commissioning authorities, to ensure that the care needs of new and existing children and young people are met.
* To chair meetings, reviews and discussions as necessary, as directed by the Registered Manager.
What we offer:
* Employee Assistance Programme – 24 hour access to expert advice and compassionate guidance
* Private Healthcare scheme – private GP, dentist and optician cashback, therapies and outpatient
* Competitive pay with additional sleep in rate (average of £4,800 p/year) and overtime at plus £2ph
* Double pay on shifts over Christmas and New Years Eve
* Exclusive discounts and deals through Wellbeing Solutions – Cinema, shopping, days out and more!
* Eyecare vouchers
* Cycle to work scheme
* Service bonus at 2 years, 5 years and 8 years of service up to £500
* Free DBS check
If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people – click apply now!
5ab Care are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references
Location: Woodside, GB
Posted Date: 12/25/2024
Responsible to: Registered Manager
Salary: up to £37,700 per annum
5ab Care is a provider of children's residential care, dedicated to providing high-quality care and support to children and young people. Our focus is on creating a nurturing and supportive environment where children can thrive and achieve their full potential.
We’re currently looking for a Deputy Manager to join the team at our home in Luton. As a Deputy Manager at 5ab Care, you will be involved in shaping and delivering the home’s Statement of Purpose and supporting the Registered Manager and team to achieve the same. We require someone to provide high-quality care services that support the needs of children and young people, to be an advocate for their well-being and to provide strong, motivational leadership to the team.
Essential requirements:
* Experience working with young people with varying levels of learning disabilities, emotional behavioral difficulties, Autism and complex needs.
* Experience with children with a variety of communication needs, understanding how to effectively communicate with children that are non-verbal, utilising tools such as PECS, choose boards and visual aids.
* Confident in managing behaviours that may challenge using positive behaviour support and de-escalation strategies.
* Possession / Working towards - Diploma level 5 Leadership & Management
* Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
* A driving licence is required for this role
Responsibilities:
* To assist the Registered Manager to ensure the efficient operation of the service in accordance with the relevant legislation, policies and procedures and the Statement of Purpose for the home.
* Responsibility for safeguarding and promoting individual rights; providing good quality care, free from oppression, and where differences are respected and valued.
* To support the implementation of a development plan for the service that ensures the delivery of a high quality, (clinically) informed practice.
* Achieve the highest standards of care for the children and young people which reflects their individual care planning objectivities.
* To co-ordinate and monitor casework and administrative functions of the home and evaluate standards of performance.
* To assist and supervise the continual assessment of the needs of the children and young people, and to identify and prepare specific development plans—ensuring the most appropriate service provision.
* To be involved in the recruitment, induction, mentoring, and supervision of new employees.
* Contribute to a comprehensive team training and development programme, enabling the service to have all the necessary skills and expertise levels available to meet the needs of the young people.
* Liaise with the various internal and external multi-disciplinary teams and commissioning authorities, to ensure that the care needs of new and existing children and young people are met.
* To chair meetings, reviews and discussions as necessary, as directed by the Registered Manager.
What we offer:
* Employee Assistance Programme – 24 hour access to expert advice and compassionate guidance
* Private Healthcare scheme – private GP, dentist and optician cashback, therapies and outpatient
* Competitive pay with additional sleep in rate (average of £4,800 p/year) and overtime at plus £2ph
* Double pay on shifts over Christmas and New Years Eve
* Exclusive discounts and deals through Wellbeing Solutions – Cinema, shopping, days out and more!
* Eyecare vouchers
* Cycle to work scheme
* Service bonus at 2 years, 5 years and 8 years of service up to £500
* Free DBS check
If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people – click apply now!
5ab Care are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references
Location: Woodside, GB
Posted Date: 12/25/2024
Contact Information
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