Deputy Residential Homes Manager - Reed : Job Details

Deputy Residential Homes Manager

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Oldham Council (Various Locations within Oldham)
• Salary: £37,900 - £41,500 per annum

We are seeking a Deputy Residential Homes Manager to assist in managing multiple residential homes, their staff, and residents. This role is integral to providing a safe and nurturing environment for children and young people, working closely with the Manager to ensure the highest standards of care and professional practice.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Work as part of a Management Team overseeing more than one Residential Home.
• Assist the Manager in creating a planned and safe caring environment that provides care, control, and nurture, maintaining and promoting the emotional and physical well-being of children and young people.
• Help develop, implement, review, and record LAC materials in collaboration with Field Social Workers for each child or young person.
• Contribute to the development of Child Care Services and professional standards throughout the Department.
• Maintain and create contacts and liaisons outside the establishments to support the homes' objectives, such as with schools, health services, and family members.
• Supervise and develop staff both individually and as a team to ensure the homes' purposes and management objectives are met.
• Assist in appointing domestic staff and allocating work to ensure it meets departmental standards.
• Foster the professional development of all staff, assess training needs, provide in-unit courses, and utilize external training resources.
• Supervise staff undertaking professional training or students on placement, and act as an NVQ Assessor.
• Assist the Manager in monitoring budgets and ensuring spending is within set limits.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in residential care management or a similar role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexibly, including regular weekends and evenings.
• Experience in budget management and staff development.
• NVQ Assessor qualification is advantageous.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, pension scheme, health insurance, professional development opportunities.

To apply for this Deputy Residential Homes Manager position, please send an updated copy of your cv to