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Do you have the ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with children and young people? We are looking for someone who is passionate about children and young people whilst managing to create fun, energy and adventure into how things are done.
Connect2SocialWork are looking for a Children's Residential Deputy Manager to lead a new children's home in Dorking, Surrey. This is a great opportunity for a Senior Practitioner to further advance their knowledge and leadership skills, supported by management.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent
- Proven ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with children/young people, their families and professionals involved in their care, and knowledge of the issues that affect them
- Proven experience in supervising, inspiring and leading staff, enabling them to improve practice and outcomes for young people
- Demonstrable competence in effective assessment, risk management and strengths-based care planning
- GCSEs in Maths and English and good IT skills
- In-depth knowledge of delivering statutory childcare services including at least 2 years' experience relevant to the residential care of children and knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards
SALARY
- 40k - 43k per annum
- 36 hours per week
Connect2SocialWork is wholly owned by Kent County Council. In addition to our links with KCC, we have managed services in place with Hampshire County Council, Luton Borough Council, Surrey County Council, Dudley Metropolitan Council and Dorset Council. We also provide available work with the majority of the local authorities nationwide. Our commitment to you is we will work proactively and tirelessly to market you until we find you that perfect role.
All posts are subject to satisfactory DBS check and references. *Terms and conditions apply.
Connect2Staff/Connect2Kent, part of Commercial Services Trading/Kent Ltd, is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business and positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
All posts are subject to satisfactory DBS check and references. *Terms and conditions apply.
If you are interested in this role and would like a full job description please get in contact today on (phone number removed) or email me (url removed)
Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
