Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home Apprentice Level 5 CARE PERSPECTIVES LIMITED

• To provide Leadership and management of the home. • To deputise as Manager in RM absence. • To maintain an in-depth knowledge of the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, incl. The Quality Standards, the Children Act, other relevant legislation and guidance and company policy and procedure.

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Closing date: 15 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £28,300.00

    Annual salary – £28,300 – £33,000 DOE

  • Working week

    40 hours Monday – Friday 9 -5. There is an expectation for flexibility to cover shift if needed

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Jun 2024

  • Date posted

    22 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Higher
    Level 5 (Higher national Diploma)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000246303

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • To support the manage to manage the home to safeguard and promote the wellbeing of young people.
  • To support the manager to manage the home’s staff team.
  • To support to manage a quality service aiming to achieve a ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rating.
  • To represent the home to outside agencies and ensure compliance with the statutory requirements imposed by them and requirements of commissioners.
  • To work with the wider management team to contribute to the planning and development of Care Perspectives and to provide management support to other areas of the service needing this.
  • To increase and maintain occupancy levels that both appropriate with the business needs of the service and needs of the young people placed.

Leadership & Management of the home

  • To provide quality supervision and appraisal to nominated staff members in line with staff plans and as designated by the    management team.
  • Organising rotas and ensuring correct deployment of staff team, in line with safety and individual homes budgets.

Wellbeing of young people

  • To provide high quality care and support for children and young people in residential services and in the community.
  • To help plan and support suitable holidays and activities for children and young people.

Managing Staff

  • To motivate, support and guidance for staff on duty, on all shifts.
  • To provide on call support for staff, from home on a rota basis.
  • To contribute to positive behaviour support in line with PRICE principles and values.

Quality & Compliance

  • Ensuring all policies and procedures including the Childrens Home Regulations and Quality Standards are being adhered to.
  • To contribute and develop quality care plans for young people.

The training you will be getting

  • Comprehensive 2-week initial induction – including online training, face to face training and shadowing.
  • Ongoing mandatory and CPD training relevant to the sector and the need of the home.
  • Level 5 Children, young people and family’s manager Apprenticeship or relevant equivalent

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • Potential opportunities to progress within the organisation, such as to Registered Manager.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness, Experience working - Resi Care, Working with Children, lived in the UK for 3 years

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent english (Grade 4 or Above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4 or Above) Essential
Other Residential Child Care (Grade 4 or Above) Essential

Things to consider

Have at least 2 years’ experience working with Children and Young People in Residential childcare. Level 5 Children, young people and family’s manager or relevant equivalent. Supervisory and team leading skills Effective communication skill Performance management Knowledge of OFSTED regulatory requirements

About the employer

We are a specialist provider of care and support to children and young people who have complex Learning Disabilities, or Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. Care Perspectives ensure positive memories and experiences for our children that last a lifetime and achieve the best outcomes that nurture independence.

Employer

CARE PERSPECTIVES LIMITED

Address

47 MORRIS ROAD

LEICESTER

LE2 6BR

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Training

Training provider

ACACIA TRAINING LIMITED

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Julia Chiapparrone

juliac@acaciatraining.co.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Children, young people and families manager

Level 5 (Higher national Diploma)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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