Deputy Manager - Glynneath

Job Title: Deputy Care Manager

Location: Glynneath, Neath Port Talbot, SA11 5AA

Salary: £33,960.60 per annum (plus additional payments for sleep-ins and overtime hours worked)

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated Deputy Care Manager to join our children’s home in Glynneath, supporting up to four young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties. This role offers a flexible work schedule, primarily Monday to Friday, with some adaptability to promote a healthy work/life balance. The successful candidate will work within a supportive environment that prioritises nurturing, security, and therapeutic care.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Deputy Care Manager based in Glynneath, your daily duties will include:

• Supporting the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring compliance with all regulations and organisational policies.
• Deputising in the absence of the manager, providing leadership and guidance to staff and supporting the young people.
• Overseeing the delivery of high-quality, therapeutic care tailored to the needs of children and young people.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of care plans and risk assessments.
• Promoting a safe, nurturing environment that encourages positive behaviour and emotional well-being.

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Deputy Care Manager, you will need:

• Essential: QCF/NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Required Experience: Previous experience as a Deputy Manager or Shift Leader within a residential setting.
• Mandatory Compliance: Full UK manual driving licence.
• Additional Skills: Strong communication skills, ability to remain calm under pressure, basic IT skills, and flexibility in working hours.
• Knowledge: Understanding of statutory requirements, health and safety, and risk assessments.
• Desirable: Level 4 qualification in Health & Social Care, experience working with children, and Welsh language skills.

Benefits & Work Environment:

• Competitive salary with structured progression.
• 28 days annual leave plus an additional day per year, up to five days, including a birthday day off.
• Opportunities for career development and leadership training.
• Fully supported induction and ongoing CPD training.
• Fully funded health and social care qualifications (Level 4-5).
• Sleep-in payments at double rate on selected bank holidays.
• Incentive bonus vouchers and a referral scheme.
• Fully funded mileage allowance for work outside your home.

If you are a qualified Deputy Care Manager seeking a rewarding role in Glynneath, 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 committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will undergo an Enhanced DBS check and references.