Premier Recruitment Group has the privilege to recruit on behalf of our very prestigious client based in Preston. We are recruiting for experienced and forward thinking Deputy ManagerChildren's Residential. This is full time and permanent position and working for very well established care company working in the field of children and young people with mental health, learning disabilities and autism.Very interesting and varied role with a scope for progression.
Must be a Driver
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- The general leadership and management of the home and staff
- Setting an example to all other staff in high standards of professional courtesy, communication, report writing, dealing with issues and conflict resolution
- Preparing agendas for meetings, chairing and taking minutes
- Training new staff in care procedures and routines
- Identifying and assessing each young person's problems and unique needs
- Assigning Key Workers to each young person
- Oversight of the writing the young person's Placement/Care Plans
Personal Characteristics:
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Care and/or Children and Young People's service or equivalent
- A level 5 in Leadership and Management with children & young people is desirable, but should be completed within 2 years of commencing post
- Minimum of 3 Years working in a Residential Support Worker setting
- Minimum of 2 Year experience of leading/managing a team of support workers
Benefits:
- Ongoing training & development
- Free DBS check
- Free on-site parking
- Free meals on shift
If interested please apply or contact Tom Kurczab at Premier Recruitment Group.