Deputy Manager
Your tasks
About the Role We are seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager to support our client, a specialist Family Assessment Centre in Malvern. They adopt a strength-based therapeutic approach to empower care-experienced parents to safely care for their children long-term. Reporting directly to the Registered Manager, you will assist with day-to-day operations, deputise in their absence, and ensure a safe, supportive environment that complies with Ofsted regulations and National Minimum Standards.
- Assist the Registered Manager with daily operations and Ofsted compliance, stepping in during their absence.
- Supervise, recruit, and mentor staff to foster professional development and high standards of care.
- Ensure effective safeguarding practices and child protection procedures are strictly followed.
- Produce high-quality, evidence-based parenting assessments and maintain proper documentation.
- Oversee health and safety, fire safety, and shift rotas to ensure a secure, cost-effective service.
Requirements
You have at least 2 years of experience working with adults or families, ideally in a residential setting. You are confident delivering parenting assessments, managing conflict, and leading staff teams with empathy and resilience.
A minimum of two years; experience working with children and families within a similar setting
An understanding of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and procedures
Significant experience at a managerial level within social care
Able to produce high-quality reports.
Have experience in leading, developing, and motivating a staff team
Able to work flexibly and go the extra mile
What we offer
What our client offers
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
- Professional development opportunities
- A supportive and inclusive team culture
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
- Free on-site parking
- Meaningful work that makes a genuine difference
Other
Day Team Deputy Manager (37 hours per week) Salary: £40,000 FTE (shifts - 07:00-15:00 & 13:00-21:00)
Location: Malvern, Worcestershire Reporting To: Registered Manager
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
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