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Deputy Residential Homes Manager
- Job Type: Full-time
- Location: Oldham Council (Various Locations within Oldham)
- Salary: £37,900 - £41,500 per annum
We are seeking a Deputy Residential Homes Manager to assist in managing multiple residential homes, their staff, and residents. This role is integral to providing a safe and nurturing environment for children and young people, working closely with the Manager to ensure the highest standards of care and professional practice.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Work as part of a Management Team overseeing more than one Residential Home.
- Assist the Manager in creating a planned and safe caring environment that provides care, control, and nurture, maintaining and promoting the emotional and physical well-being of children and young people.
- Help develop, implement, review, and record LAC materials in collaboration with Field Social Workers for each child or young person.
- Contribute to the development of Child Care Services and professional standards throughout the Department.
- Maintain and create contacts and liaisons outside the establishments to support the homes' objectives, such as with schools, health services, and family members.
- Supervise and develop staff both individually and as a team to ensure the homes' purposes and management objectives are met.
- Assist in appointing domestic staff and allocating work to ensure it meets departmental standards.
- Foster the professional development of all staff, assess training needs, provide in-unit courses, and utilize external training resources.
- Supervise staff undertaking professional training or students on placement, and act as an NVQ Assessor.
- Assist the Manager in monitoring budgets and ensuring spending is within set limits.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience in residential care management or a similar role.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work flexibly, including regular weekends and evenings.
- Experience in budget management and staff development.
- NVQ Assessor qualification is advantageous.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary, pension scheme, health insurance, professional development opportunities.
To apply for this Deputy Residential Homes Manager position, please send an updated copy of your cv to
