Deputy Manager - Glynneath

Job Title: Deputy Care Manager

Location: Glynneath, Neath Port Talbot, SA11 5AA

Salary: £33,960.60 per annum + additional payments for sleep-ins and overtime hours

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 flexibility to promote a healthy work/life balance. The successful candidate will work within a supportive environment that prioritises nurturing, safety, 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 regulations and organisational policies.
• Deputising in the manager’s absence and providing leadership to staff members.
• Supporting and supervising staff to deliver high-quality care to young people.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of care plans tailored to individual needs.
• Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people through risk assessments and health & safety procedures.

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.
• Desirable: Level 4 qualification in Health & Social Care, experience working with children, and Welsh language skills.
• Knowledge: Understanding of statutory requirements, health & safety, and risk assessments.

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 funded CPD and trauma-informed practice training.
• Supportive induction process and ongoing professional development.
• Fully funded mileage allowance for work outside your home.
• Company pension scheme.
• Earn double pay for sleep-ins on selected bank holidays.
• Incentive bonus vouchers.

If you are a qualified Deputy Care Manager seeking a rewarding role in Glynneath, apply today!

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