Deputy Manager – supported accommodation
We are working in partnership with a provider of Young People services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Oldham, Greater Manchester. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to young people aged between 16-18 with emotional and behavioural difficulties within a supported accommodation environment. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.
This is a permanent position working 36 hours per week plus sleep-ins. Previous experience in a senior or managerial role is essential and applicants must have an NVQ level 3 in Residential childcare or equivalent.
Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £34,000 – £35,000
As a Deputy Manager your main responsibilities will include:
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of statutory and procedural frameworks for social care and communicate this to members of the team.
- Support the Manager with external audits.
- Ensure that staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the service and its young people.
- Ensure each young person has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, social, and cultural needs.
- Ensure all new staff receive a thorough induction.
- Report and assist the manager in resolving issues relating to staff motivation, conduct and competencies of staff members.
- Monitor finances and ensure budgets are managed effectively.
Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:
- Progression opportunities.
- Paid enrolment onto Level 5 in Leadership and Management.
- Market leading training.
- Company pension.
- Core working hours between 8am to 5pm
To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Kieran.
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