Our client, a well-established provider of children's residential care across London and the South East, is looking for an experienced Deputy Manager to join its children's learning disabilities home in Catford, SE6 .
This is a key leadership role. You'll support the Registered Manager to deliver safe, consistent, child-centred care to young people with learning disabilities and complex needs.
The role
- Deputise for the Registered Manager and lead the home in their absence
- Lead, supervise and develop the staff team, including rotas, supervisions and appraisals
- Make sure care plans, risk assessments and records are high quality and up to date
- Keep the home compliant with the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards, and support Ofsted and Regulation 44 visits
- Work closely with families, social workers, schools and health professionals
About you
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), essential; Level 5 or working towards it desirable
- At least 2 years' experience in children's residential care, including at a senior or supervisory level
- Experience supporting children with learning disabilities, autism and/or complex needs
- Sound knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
- Full UK driving licence preferred
- Enhanced DBS (or willing to obtain). Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available
Deputy Manager - Children's Residential (Learning Disabilities) in London employer: Cpl UK
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