Posted by Eden Brown Synergy • £16.50/hr to £16.75/hr
The Purpose of this role
The Deputy Manager would be required to assist the Registered Manager in achieving the aims and objectives of the Statement of Purpose.
General
Eden Brown Synergy has an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Manager to join an established Childrens' Residential Care Group providing residential support for children.
The Home accommodates children ages 11 - 17 years, registered for Learning Disabilities.
The Deputy Manager will support the Registered Manager in the daily operations of the children's home, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality care in compliance with all regulatory standards.
They will also lead, motivate, and manage the staff team, ensuring that the needs of the children are met with professionalism and compassion.
Requirements
Diploma level 3/4 in residential childcare (required).
The Deputy Team Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operational oversight of social workers and their work products.
The post holder will take an active part in networking with NHS trust colleagues and form part of the management team overseeing team performance and attending regular discharge review meetings, updating the acute trust about discharge plans and responding to system escalations as pressures on acute trusts increase.
This includes providing social work practice guidance and management oversight relating to case progression and management of - often complex - discharges, complaints and disputes, safeguarding and mental capacity.