Deputy Manager – Residential Family Assessment Centre
Southampton, England
Job Title:
Deputy Manager – Residential Family Assessment Centre
Location:
Southampton, England
Salary: Qualified Social Worker - Higher Salary Band £40.000 to £45.000
Non Qualified £38000 to £40.000
(dependent on experience)
Contract Type:
Full-time, Permanent
Working Times: Alternate Weekends & Bank Holidays - Working Hours per week 48 Hours (Paid Breaks Inclusive of 48 Hours) with shared on call Support
Reports to:
Registered Manager
Job Purpose
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Deputy Manager with a strong background in social work, child protection, and family assessments to join our Residential Family Assessment Centre in Southampton. The role involves supporting the Registered Manager in the day-to-day operations of the centre, leading the staff team, and ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and professional assessment for children and their families.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Management:
- Support the Registered Manager in the operational management of the service.
- Provide supervision, leadership, and guidance to staff teams.
- Take responsibility in the absence of the Registered Manager.
- Assist with recruitment, induction, training, and performance management.
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