Deputy Manager - LD Children's Home

Location:
Ashbourne

Salary:
Up to £38,000 per annum

Employment Type:
Permanent

Service:
Residential Children’s Home

Service Users:
Children and young people with Learning Disabilities

Qualifications Required:
Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner or Level 3 Residential Childcare 

Full UK Driving Licence with business insurance (essential)

Experience Required:
Previous experience working with children, particularly those with Learning Disabilities or additional needs (essential)
Supervisory experience beneficial but not essential

The Home:
A nurturing residential setting providing care and support to children with learning disabilities. The service focuses on helping young people overcome adversity, develop independence, and reach their full potential, with strong emphasis on education and life skills.

Who we are looking for:
Our client is seeking a compassionate, patient and dedicated Deputy Manager who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs.

You will:

• Provide direct care and support, ensuring safety, dignity and wellbeing at all times
• Support and oversee staff in managing behaviours, promoting self-control and positive development
• Safeguard children and ensure policies and procedures are adhered to
• Assist the Registered Manager with daily and weekly operational tasks
• Ensure referrals are appropriately matched and information is shared effectively
• Deliver effective handovers and delegate appointments appropriately
• Provide supervision and mentoring to team members
• Support with documentation including Statement of Purpose, Regulation 45 reports and location risk assessments
• Assist with personal care including hygiene, dressing and feeding where required
• Promote education, life skills and community inclusion
• Build positive relationships with children, families and external professionals
• Implement and review individual care plans
• Monitor and record progress, behaviours and changing needs
• Use de-escalation and positive reinforcement strategies
• Participate in team meetings and training
• Promote a safe, clean and nurturing environment
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation and safeguarding practices
• Follow whistleblowing and safeguarding procedures
• Exercise vigilance regarding Health & Safety

Flexibility is required to work shifts including evenings, weekends, public holidays and sleep-ins.

Who you will be working for:
Our client is dedicated to delivering high-quality care, enabling young people to achieve across all areas of life and supporting them to reach their utmost potential.

Why this home & company:
• Strong focus on education and life skills
• Commitment to emotional development and independence
• Supportive and close-knit team environment

Progression:
Opportunities for progression within the organisation for those wishing to develop their career.

Training / qualifications:
• Full induction programme
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities to gain additional qualifications and certifications

Benefits:
• Competitive salary
• Supportive working environment
• Access to employee wellbeing programmes
• Opportunities for career progression

Ethos:
Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Dedicated to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Sponsorship is not available.

How to apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client’s dedicated team, apply today.
To apply, click the apply button or contact us for more information.

For more information or to book a confidential chat, please contact: job@sgscare.co.uk