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Location: Cardiff
Salary: 28,000 - 30,000 per annum + Additional 5,000 for Sleep-Ins
Sleep-Ins: 50 per sleep-in (approximately 5,000 extra annually)
Are you an experienced Senior or Deputy in residential childcare, looking for your next career step? We are seeking a committed and dynamic Deputy Manager to join our client in Cardiff. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people, while advancing your career in a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the children's home, ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance with relevant regulations.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the staff team, promoting a positive and nurturing environment for both staff and residents.
- Oversee the implementation and review of care plans, ensuring they are tailored to the individual needs of each child.
- Act as a role model for staff, promoting best practices in childcare and safeguarding.
- Manage the home in the absence of the Registered Manager, ensuring continuity of care and support for the children.
- Liaise with external agencies, professionals, and families to promote the welfare and development of the children.
Requirements:
- A minimum of a Level 3 qualification in Children and Young People's Workforce (CYP) or equivalent.
- Experience working in a children's home as a Senior or Deputy Manager.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Comprehensive understanding of safeguarding and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including sleep-ins.
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary: 28,000 - 30,000 per annum with additional earnings from sleep-ins.
- Career Development: Opportunities for further career progression within the organisation.
- Training: Ongoing professional development and training to support your career growth.
- Annual Leave: Generous annual leave entitlement to support a healthy work-life balance.
- Pension: Company pension scheme.
Apply today or alternatively call Stacey from Brook Street Social Care for an informal chat about the role
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Brook Street Social Care is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
