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Deputy Manager Children's Residential Service

Reference: 8265
Location
Plymouth, Devon, United Kingdom
Salary
£36,000 - £38283.2
Contract Type
Permanent

Elevate Your Career: Deputy Manager Opportunity in Children's Residential Services

Are you a Deputy Manager or a seasoned Senior Children’s Residential Support Worker/Team Leader eager to take a significant leap in your career? We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to step into a pivotal Deputy Manager role within a nurturing children's residential home in Plymouth.

You'll be instrumental in shaping positive futures for children and young people in a 3 bed service. Join a provider renowned for its unwavering commitment to quality care and exceptional outcomes, where the well-being of young people is always at the forefront.

Your Impact as Deputy Manager:

Working hand-in-hand with the home manager, you'll be key to the smooth running of the service and the success of our dedicated staff team. This includes:

  • Empowering and supervising junior staff to foster a cohesive environment.
  • Championing the highest standards of care to meet young people's diverse physical, behavioural, and emotional needs.
  • Collaborating on vital placement and risk management plans.
  • Facilitating engaging daily activities, from community outings and clubs to promoting independence and positive social interactions.

Rewards & Benefits:

Beyond a fulfilling role, we offer a comprehensive package designed for your success and well-being:

  • Competitive Salary: £34,683.20 - £38,283.20 (Inclusive of sleeps)
  • Shifts: 2 on 4 off with 8-10 sleeps a month
  • Everyday Perks: Free meals while on shift, a casual dress code, company pension, and 28 days of annual leave.
  • Exclusive Discounts: Access to a wide range of discounts for your favourite shopping outlets, restaurants, and cinemas.
  • Invest in Your Future: Benefit from a comprehensive training package, including ongoing face-to-face training and tailored CPD planning, alongside ample opportunities to boost your earnings and accelerate your career development.
  • Full coverage for enhanced disclosure costs.

What You'll Bring:

  • An ESSENTIAL NVQ or QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People’s Residential Services (or equivalent).
  • ESSENTIAL experience as a Deputy Manager or Senior in a Children’s Residential Support Work environment.
  • A Full UK Driving Licence (for transporting young people).
  • You must be over the age of 21.
  • A commitment to working towards or having already achieved your Level 5 qualification.

If you are driven by a passion for transforming young lives and are ready to advance your career as a Deputy Care Manager, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

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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