Children's Home Deputy Manager

Company:
Area Camden

Contract: Permanent

Specific Hours: 08:00am - 20:00pm (12 hour shifts)

Salary: £39,362.67 per annum

Location: Camden, London

Area Camden

Area Camden, part of the Polaris Community, provides high-quality care that supports young people to achieve their goals.

As Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the service, helping to create a caring, respectful environment for young people aged 11-18. You'll ensure individual needs are met, staff practice remains consistent with our values, and that all care delivery meets legal requirements and Area Camden's Statement of Purpose.

About the role:

• Support the Registered Manager and deputise when required, helping oversee the day-to-day running of the home.
• Supervise, guide and support staff, ensuring effective communication, high standards of practice and completion of supervisions.
• Help manage key operational areas including care quality, recruitment, training, staffing, the home environment and basic financial duties.
• Assess young people's needs and contribute to personalised care plans, ensuring cultural, social and emotional needs are met.
• Promote positive behaviour, independence, wellbeing an...