Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home
Coventry City Council | 3-6 Month Contract
Location: Doe Bank Lane, Coventry OR Frankwell Drive, Coventry
Rate: £27.79 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract Duration: 3-6 Months
Hours: Full Time | Fully Onsite
Requirements
Requirements: Enhanced DBS with Barred List Check, Schedule 2 Check
Payment Schedule: Bi-Weekly
Additional Payments
- Weekend Enhancement: 10% additional payment
- On-Call Payment: £36.89
- Sleep-In Payment: £43.12
Summary
Coventry City Council is seeking a skilled Deputy Manager to contribute to the leadership and daily operations of its Children's Residential Homes. This role offers a significant opportunity for a seasoned residential childcare professional to collaborate with the Registered Manager in providing exceptional, relationship-focused care that enhances the lives of children and young people. The successful candidate will be instrumental in fostering staff development, upholding high care standards, ensuring compliance with regulations, and cultivating a safe, nurturing, and child-focused environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist in managing the daily operations of the home.
- Act as the Registered Manager's deputy when necessary.
- Oversee staff schedules and resource allocation.
- Provide supervision, coaching, and development for care staff.
- Lead shifts and ensure smooth operational management.
- Conduct quality assurance activities and audits.
- Review case files, care records, and regulatory documents.
- Prepare and verify reports and assessments.
- Participate in and lead professional meetings as needed.
- Support children and young people in achieving positive outcomes.
- Foster positive relationships with children, families, and professionals.
- Collaborate effectively with Social Workers, Education, CAMHS, Police, Health Services, Ofsted, and partner agencies.
- Assist in preparing for Ofsted inspections and ensure ongoing compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015.
- Promote safeguarding and prioritize children's welfare in practice.
- Implement Care Plans, Placement Plans, PEPs, and Pathway Plans.
Working Pattern
This role requires full onsite presence with no remote or hybrid options. Standard working hours are typically 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Flexibility is crucial as the position involves:
- Shift work
- Weekend duties (approximately one weekend per month)
- On-call responsibilities
- Sleep-ins
Candidates may need to respond to emergencies outside regular hours, including evenings, nights, or weekends.
Essential Requirements
- Minimum Level 3 Diploma/NVQ in Residential Childcare
- Extensive experience in Children's Residential Care
- At least 2 years of experience in a Children's Residential Setting
- Experience in supervising or managing staff in a residential childcare environment
- Strong understanding of:
- Children's Homes Regulations 2015
- The Children Act
- Safeguarding procedures
- Residential childcare practice
- Children's Homes Regulations 2015
- Experience in audits, quality assurance, and report writing
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with children, young people, staff, and partner agencies
- Capability to guide teams through challenging situations and manage complex behaviors
- Decision-making skills in high-pressure environments
- Enhanced DBS with Barred List Check
- Schedule 2 Check
Desirable Requirements
- Previous experience as a Deputy Manager
- Experience with Ofsted inspections
- Budget management experience
- Full UK Driving Licence (advantageous but not mandatory)
What's on Offer?
- £27.79 per hour (Umbrella)
- 10% Weekend Enhancement
- £36.89 On-Call Payment
- £43.12 Sleep-In Payment
- 3-6 Month Contract
- Fully Onsite Role
- Opportunity to work within a supportive management team
- Leadership role within a well-established Children's Residential Service
- Potential for contract extension
Suitable Backgrounds
We welcome applications from individuals with experience as a:
- Deputy Manager
- Assistant Manager
- Senior Residential Support Worker
- Senior Childcare Worker
- Residential Team Leader
- Children's Home Deputy Manager
- Residential Care Manager
- Senior Residential Practitioner
This position offers a remarkable opportunity to join Coventry City Council and make a meaningful impact in supporting vulnerable children and young people to achieve positive outcomes in a secure, nurturing, and supportive residential setting.
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