Deputy Manager -Therapeutic Residential Care
Location
Newark, Lincolnshire | United Kingdom
Job description
At The Wise Seeker, we are currently engaged in the recruitment process for a company dedicated to national charity that advances the education, health, and wellbeing of our communities. The company's vision is to enable everyone to achieve their potential, live a fulfilled life, and contribute positively to society.
Location: Newark, UK
Tasks
- Assist the Registered Manager in the operational management of designated therapeutic children's homes.
- Lead, train, and supervise Residential Therapeutic Care Workers and Therapeutic Team Leaders.
- Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and internal policies.
- Maintain consistent care aligned with trauma-informed intervention models.
- Collaborate with the clinical team to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people.
- Provide supervision and support to Residential Therapeutic Care Workers.
- Promote an organizational culture centered on Christian Core Values.
- Oversee staffing resources and shift duties, ensuring adequate coverage.
- Maintain high standards of written records and documentation.
- Represent the organization at internal and external meetings.
- Identify and escalate safeguarding concerns.
- Ensure health and safety standards are upheld.
- Participate in on-call response and liaise with key partners and agencies.
- Support staff professional development and awareness of sector issues.
- Undertake designated projects and tasks as assigned.
- Provide cover and support as required by the management team.
Requirements
- Proven experience of working with young people aged 5 – 18 in a social care/residential or educational setting.
- At least 1 year’s previous demonstrable management and supervisory experience (level 3) or 18 – 24 months experience to work in a level 1 and 2 level home.
- Experience in conflict resolution, adherence to policies and procedures, engaging and motivating young people, handling stressful and challenging situations appropriately, and supporting staff.
- Knowledge of relevant Children’s Homes 2015 Regulations, childcare legislation, child safeguarding policies and procedures, child development, and complexities of group living.
- At least Level 4 Children's Health and Social Care related qualification and willingness to undertake further training and development.
- First Aid qualification including pediatric or willingness to obtain within the probation period.
- Ability to manage homes, allocate duties, supervise staff, adhere to financial regulations, communicate effectively, make informed decisions, work independently and as part of a team, and maintain professional relationships.
- Full driving license preferred.
- Commitment to develop and learn new skills.
Benefits
- Pension
- Parking
- Commission
- Healthcare
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