Hove, East Sussex, United Kingdom
£35000 - £40000
Permanent
Job Title: Deputy Manager
Location: Hove, East Sussex, South East England
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Deputy Manager to join our Ofsted-registered Children's Residential Home in Hove. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work alongside the Registered Manager, supporting the delivery of high-quality care for children and young people. You will be a vital part of the leadership team, helping to create a nurturing environment where children can thrive and lead fulfilling lives.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Deputy Manager in Hove, your daily duties will include:
- Providing managerial leadership to the day-to-day operation of the home.
- Assessing, planning, and reviewing the needs of children to ensure personalised care.
- Undertaking specialist assessments, care planning, and evaluating service user needs.
- Facilitating and attending meetings and appointments for children.
- Managing and updating service user files, including risk assessments, care plans, and education records.
- Supervising and managing the care team, including recruitment, supervision, coaching, and training.
- Supporting new staff with comprehensive induction and ongoing development.
- Ensuring health and safety standards are maintained within the home.
- Planning activities and supporting children’s appointments to enhance their experiences.
- Addressing safeguarding issues promptly and effectively.
- Reporting maintenance issues and ensuring compliance with legal and statutory requirements, including OFSTED standards.
Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Deputy Manager, you will need:
- Relevant health or social care qualification (NVQ Level 4 or 5).
- Proven management experience within a registered children’s home environment.
- Excellent organisation and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with children, families, and professionals.
- Experience in supervising staff and managing resources efficiently.
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and legislation.
- IT skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- A full Enhanced DBS Check.
Benefits & Work Environment:
- Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
- Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
- Supportive team environment committed to high standards of care.
- Flexible working hours with a rota for on-call duties.
If you are a qualified Deputy Manager looking for a rewarding role in Hove, apply today!
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent roles. We are an equal opportunities employer, and decisions are made on merit alone.
