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Children's Home Deputy Manager

Reference: 12408
Location
Shrewsbury, West Midlands, United Kingdom
Salary
£34,340 - £41,000
Contract Type
Permanent

Job Title: Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home
Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire, UK
Salary: £34,340 - £41,000 per annum (Inclusive of 4 - 10 sleeps per month)

Job Description:
Are you a dedicated and passionate professional seeking a rewarding career in children’s residential care? Our client, a leading specialist provider, is looking for a Deputy Manager to join their team in Shrewsbury. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your leadership skills within a supportive environment, helping to deliver high-quality care to children and young people with Emotional Behavioural Disorders (EBD). As Deputy Manager, you will assist the Registered Manager in overseeing daily operations, supervising staff, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional care. If you are committed to making a positive impact on young lives and aspire to progress into management, this role in Shrewsbury offers a clear career pathway.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the children’s residential home in Shrewsbury
  • Supervise and lead staff to ensure high standards of care and support
  • Assist with administrative tasks and casework records management
  • Deliver a safe, nurturing environment that promotes the well-being of children and young people
  • Lead by example, inspiring the team to provide person-centred care
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory and organisational policies

Requirements:

  • Previous supervisory or management experience within a children’s residential setting in Shrewsbury or nearby
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care for Children and Young People
  • Willingness to attain a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management or equivalent
  • Strong leadership and organisational skills
  • Passionate about improving the lives of children and young people with EBD
  • Ability to work flexibly on a rotational basis, including sleep-ins in Shrewsbury

If you are looking to be rewarded with an opportunity where you can really make a difference, leading and inspiring a growing and ambitious organisation, this role is for you! A career-defining opportunity to deliver a holistic and integrated approach to care and really make a difference to the young people with Emotional Behavioural Disorders. Click ‘APPLY’ now and one of the team will be in touch.

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.

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