Deputy Manager - children's home

Shire plc

Deputy Manager - children's home

£44000

Shire plc, Stevenage

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 13 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: b73314c9f5994867843367166ad43a48

Full Job Description

  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of statutory and procedural frameworks for residential care and communicate this to members of the team.

  • Support the Registered Manager with external audits.

  • Ensure that staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its children.

  • Ensure each child has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, social, and cultural needs.

  • Ensure all new staff receive a thorough induction.

  • Report and assist the manager in resolving issues relating to staff motivation, conduct and competencies of staff members.

  • Monitor finances and ensure budgets are managed effectively.


  • Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:
  • Genuine opportunities to progress to a Registered Manager

  • Opportunity to work towards a level 5 qualified

  • Work alongside and support a passionate Registered Manager


  • To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Tom Wilson.

    Previous experience in a managerial role is not essential although all applicants must have an NVQ level 3 in Residential childcare.

    We are working in partnership with a provider of children's services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire.

    This is a permanent position working Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm.

    Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying a basic salary between £40,000 - £44,000 per annum.