Sanctuary Social Care currently has a permanent vacancy based in Croydon for a Residential Deputy Children's Home Manager. The ideal candidate will possess highly developed specialist knowledge of Social Work Practice in Children's Services and be registered with Social Work England.
As the post holder of this role, you will receive a competitive salary of £28,000 - £34,000 per annum.
Duties:
- To supervise and offer constructive feedback and be involved in the assessment and supervision of staff
- To ensure children and young people are safeguarded as appropriate. To report/record safeguarding concerns in accordance with guidance and regulation and company policy.
- To embody the organisational values in management behaviours and staff engagement.
- To develop systems for monitoring progress towards the achievement of such aims and objectives.
- To ensure that services are delivered in accordance with the Statement of Purpose for the home and guidance.
- To access the development needs of young people and to monitor and improve the home's support plan and practices for each young person.
Requirements of the Residential Deputy Children's Home Manager:
- Diploma level 3, or Formal Certificated Study at an appropriate level that includes the following elements: child development, childcare legislation and communication techniques.
- Experience or understanding of working in a therapeutic environment and working in residential settings.
- GCSE in Maths and English at C Grade of above
- Physically fit
- Resilient, enthusiastic and motivated person
- Ability to lead staff teams effectively and confidently
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Calm, approachable manner, adaptable and non-judgemental
- Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team
- Excellent organisational skills
- Knowledge of Child Protection & Safeguarding
- Ability to drive and holds a current driving licence
Contact:
This Residential Deputy Children's Home Manager job is advertised by Neil Clements; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements.