At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Registered Manager in creating a safe and welcoming home for children.
- Company: Join a compassionate team dedicated to children's care and support.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, career development, and wellness resources.
- Other info: Full-time role with excellent benefits and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in healthcare or social care with strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Reporting to the Registered Manager, you will play an integral part of our warm and knowledgeable team, creating a welcoming, structured & safe home for our children, leading by example, embedding solid practices, and ensuring the well-being of residents.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Registered Manager in overall facility management, staff and care administration.
- Contribute to and implement care plans, participate in reviews and meetings, ensuring documentation is up to date.
- Facilitate day-to-day staff management, monitoring and supervision.
- Assist in recruitment, training and supervision of care staff, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Oversee assessment, care planning and implementation of care plans for residents.
- Monitor and evaluate quality of care, identify improvement areas and implement changes.
- Maintain accurate records, including resident files, staff rosters and financial documents.
- Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations and company policies, fostering a safe environment.
- Participate in meetings and training to support continuous professional development.
Qualifications and Experience
- Proven experience in a similar role within healthcare or social care.
- Relevant qualification (NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Children and Young People).
- Strong leadership and communication skills, capable of motivating and inspiring a team.
- Excellent organisational and time-management abilities, with keen attention to detail.
- Compassionate and caring attitude towards residents, families and colleagues.
- IT proficiency, including experience with care management systems.
- Full UK Manual Driving Licence with access to a vehicle.
Benefits
- Annual Leave: 5.6 weeks inclusive of 8 public holidays.
- DBS Check Paid – Enhanced DBS fully covered by Keys Group.
- QCF qualifications and career development opportunities.
- Fair and competitive pay; Real Living Wage Employer.
- Blue Light Card benefits at retail outlets and other discounts.
- Referral Bonus: £500 bonus when a referred colleague successfully completes probation.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support.
- Circle wellbeing hub with discounts and health resources.
- NEST Pension Scheme – matched contribution up to 3%.
- Long Service Awards for dedicated staff.
- Cycle to Work Scheme – up to 42% savings on new bikes.
- Full induction & introductory programme.
All applicants must be over the age of 18.
Deputy Children's Home Manager - Shrewsbury (SY5) employer: Keys Children
At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and nurturing environment for our Deputy Children's Home Manager in Shrewsbury. With a strong focus on employee development, competitive pay, and a range of benefits including a comprehensive induction programme and access to the Circle wellbeing hub, we ensure our staff feel valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of the children we care for.
