Deputy Manager Children's EBD home - 3 bedded home

If you are passionate about personal and professional development and have a strong desire to provide exceptional care from the heart, then we want you!

We are Halcyon Care (West Midlands) Ltd, a family-run provider of high-quality residential care services for children. Our mission is to empower each individual in our care to live an independent and fulfilling life. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager with the potential to progress to RM for our 3-bed EBD home in Halesowen. Join our team and help us improve our services - the home already has two settled placements.

This is a home, not just a house, and our entire team is committed to maintaining a welcoming and nurturing environment for our young residents to thrive in.

The house itself is spacious, well-maintained, and finished to a high standard, with a total of 5 bedrooms and additional staff rooms.

Location: Halesowen, Birmingham

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: Starting at £35,000 per annum

Job Duties:

• Assist the Registered Manager in overseeing all aspects of the home for children.
• Develop and implement care plans in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and support staff to ensure the highest quality of care is provided.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Manage financial budgets and resources effectively.
• Collaborate with external agencies and professionals to provide the best possible care.

Required Qualifications:

• Current Deputy or Senior carer in an EBD setting.
• Experience working with children in an EBD setting.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Education:

• Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services or working towards.

Experience:

• Ideally 2 years' experience in a children's EBD setting.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Understanding of child development and welfare.
• Proven ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to progress to Registered Manager.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional training in safeguarding and child protection.
• Experience with Ofsted inspections.

Working Conditions:

• Will require on-shift and on-call duties.
• Potential exposure to challenging behaviour and emotional situations.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: From £35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme
• Performance bonus

Education:

• Bachelor's (preferred)

Experience:

• Children's services: 3 years (preferred)
• EBD: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Level 5 qualification (preferred)

Work Location: In person