BENECARE

Responsibility

• registered Manager/Home Manager, The Responsible Individual, Service Manager
• SRSW’s, RSW’s
• this position requires an enhanced DBS check and barred check list
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• the Deputy Manager will at times be part of any investigation processes
• the Deputy Manager must promote the safeguarding culture for Benecare at all times
• to promote the company safeguarding and child protection policies at all times
• the Deputy Manager is a Designated Safeguarding Lead for Benecare and will at times be involved with managing any safeguarding concerns within the company
• to actively engage with any safeguarding training
• to ensure the team have the correct level of training relating to safeguarding in accordance with the homes training matrix
• the Deputy Manager will, when required liaise with LADO and the regulatory body, Ofsted regarding any safeguarding matters. This will include referrals to LADO and any Regulation 40 notifications
• to be a part of the interview panel as the manager of the home and ensure that safer recruitment practices are always followed. To be a part of the decision-making process with safely recruiting employees
• to be able to challenge others and say no to any candidates they feel are unsuitable for their home or that they feel are not meeting the safer recruitment policy and expectations
• take part in the recruitment of prospective staff as needed
• assist the Registered Manager in the administration of related financial issues
• deputise in the Manager’s absence and cover for senior residential workers and team leaders where necessary
• ensure the staff team implements the statutory and organisational policies and procedures and provide feedback to the Registered Manager on the effectiveness of all policies and procedures
• ensure staff and children adhere to the home’s ICT policies
• attend weekly managers meetings at Head Office
• attend monthly managers meetings
• take responsibility for overseeing safeguarding children and supporting the team to reduce the children’s risks

Requirements

• have attained a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care for Children and Young People or equivalent
• experience of working with children and young people with challenging behaviours
• A sound working knowledge of the statutory requirements related to children’s residential care
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• comprehensive knowledge of the Children’s Act
• ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, able to present information in an understandable way
• proven report writing and recording skills able to present information in an understandable way
• organisation and leadership skills
• able to demonstrate an understanding of children and young people’s needs and their development
• NVQ Level 3/4 Health & Social Care- Children and Young People
• related professional qualifications and formal qualifications in respect to social care and residential work with children and or other
• accepting and being commitment to the principles underlying equal opportunities
• knowledge of equality and diversity
• able to commit to flexible working including weekdays, evenings and weekends. Also completing sleep in duties
• flexible working
• working knowledge of the Care Standards , Children’s Homes Regulations 2015
• ability to communicate with other agencies and professionals e.g. education, health, police etc
• negotiation and de-escalation skills
• ability to motivate and influence others
• to show good understanding of the needs of all children and staff
• must be mobile and willing to work in other homes when needed
• driver
• A minimum of two years’ experience in a supervisory role within a children’s residential setting
• demonstrate a sound working knowledge of child protection procedures
• commitment to keep children safe and protect them from harm
• risk management and planning
• commitment to work to guidelines and policies
• demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development
• proven leadership and management skills
• able to work within policy and procedures and use own judgement appropriately
• able to manage time effectively planning own workload
• ability to manage stress in self and others
• good observation skills
• honest and reliable
• able to work as part of a team
• commitment to further relevant training and personal development
• strong interpersonal skills
• senior Residential Support Work in Residential Child Care: 2 years
• be willing to attain a qualification of at least or equivalent to Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social care for Children and Young People

Earnings for position residential home manager