A Deputy Manager post in Warwickshire County Council's Children's Homes, which provide therapeutic residential care for children who cannot live with their families. The job centres on leading and supporting residential staff, keeping the home compliant with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015, and delivering trauma-informed, relationship-based care. The post is 37 hours and includes on-call duty and support for the Registered Manager on staff development and performance. Candidates need a Level 3 residential childcare qualification or equivalent, a full UK driving licence and experience as a deputy or senior residential worker.
What the job involves
- Lead, support and manage the staff team so that therapeutic care sits at the centre of the home's work
- Ensure compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015, Quality Care Standards and safeguarding policies
- Support the Registered Manager with staff development, supervision and performance management
- Lead by example in delivering trauma-informed, relationship-based care
- Create a safe, stable and child-centred environment
- Support children's emotional wellbeing, development and independence
- Maintain accurate records and ensure statutory requirements are met
- Oversee the home's day-to-day operations
- Take part in the on-call duty system
What’s required
Qualifications
- Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent
Experience
- Minimum experience as a Deputy Manager or Senior Residential Support Worker in a children's home
Skills & knowledge
- Knowledge of therapeutic and trauma-informed approaches
- Strong leadership skills and ability to inspire a team
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
- Ability to speak and give advice in accurate spoken English to the public
Checks & eligibility
- Full UK driving licence
- Relevant DBS check
What’s offered
- Supportive managers, recognition and a supervision policy focused on wellbeing and workload
- Volunteering and Wellbeing Day
- Generous annual leave, bank holidays and an additional day at Christmas
- Local Government pension scheme with an employer contribution of around 19%
- Agile working
- Funded training and qualifications, including a Level 5 Diploma
- Clear career progression pathway
- Employee assistance programme and Vivup benefits and discounts platform
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
