Deputy Manager

Job Description

Deputy Manager

Biggar, South Lanarkshire

£43,136 OTE plus overtime and a half

The Greenleaf Team

We’re looking for people to join our team who share our beliefs. We want team members who'll never give up on our young people, who are compassionate and who believe that our young people deserve the best we can give them.

We specialise in solo placements for young people in care up to the age of 21 and adopt a therapeutic, trauma-informed approach to care. In our work, we uphold Greenleaf’s values of Integrity, Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration, and Respect.

If it’s your ambition to create a future filled with hope and optimism for our young people, we would love to hear from you.

Visit our website for more info: greenleafhouse.co.uk

Job Purpose

The Deputy Residential Manager will support the Residential Manager in the efficient running of the residential home. You will largely be responsible for assisting the Residential Manager in the efficient operational management of the house as well as providing excellent care to our children and young people. The Deputy Manager will have responsibility for managing a team of staff therefore, you must be experienced in motivating and providing support to colleagues when necessary. As part of an ongoing professional development you would also be required to highlight training needs, organising and oversee the completion of training plans, supervision, rota management and have an excellent understanding of health and social care standards. The Deputy Manager will have the ability to set, monitor and meet key performance indicators which are also an essential part of this role. You must have significant experience and be confident of providing exceptional care and support to enhance the residential experiences of vulnerable young people. You will be able to demonstrate a sound value base and have a relevant qualification such as SVQ Level 4, Registered Managers award or equivalent.

The Deputy Manager will support Greenleaf's values and work towards its vision and mission. They will understand and promote these values, helping employees embody them. They will ensure excellent standards of behaviour, accountability, and team collaboration.

The Deputy Manager will be directly accountable to the Manager, to support the role of the Manager and deputise in their absence, taking responsibility for the management of the service, including the staff team, practice, budget, resources and the welfare of our children and young people. Share responsibility for ensuring that all practices are developed and performed within the organisational policies and procedures and the legislative framework pertaining to children and young people. Safeguarding children and vulnerable people is a priority for all employees.

The nature of residential work is varied and, in many instances, unpredictable. All Deputy Managers are therefore expected to work in a flexible way and tasks that have not been covered in the job description have to be undertaken.

Main duties will include assisting the Manager with devising and monitoring of systems to ensure that the staff team carries out all duties and responsibilities as prescribed within their job descriptions, relevant occupational standards, Health and Social Care Standards and policies and procedures. As part of an ongoing professional development you would also be required to highlight training needs, organising and oversee the completion of training plans, supervision and rota management. This role involves completing 14-hour shifts followed by a 10-hour sleepover. The rota is based on a 2 on 3 off pattern. The role requires flexibility around working hours to support the needs of the service.

Whilst the Manager guides the work of the Deputy Manager there is an expectation that the post holder can deputise in the Manager’s absence. At all times the Deputy Manager is expected to conduct themselves professionally and adhere to Greenleaf Policies and Procedures, and that to achieve this they will successfully complete induction and ongoing training.

Requirements

Management/leadership experience

SVQ 4 in social care or equivalent

Significant experience working in residential childcare

Understanding of legislation underpinning residential childcare

Understanding of child protection and safeguarding

Benefits

With greater expectations come greater rewards. If you’re selected to become part of the Greenleaf family, you’ll not only enjoy a salary that’s higher that the sector average, but you’ll also enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with a 24/7 wellbeing line and free counselling
  
• Company-funded qualifications and support from an internal assessor – we can deliver SVQ 3 and 4 and HNC in social services
  
• Health Cash Plan, which includes dental and optical cover, physio therapies, and a 24/7 GP helpline.
  
• Greenleaf For You platform which offers a range of savings including discounts, offers, and money back on vouchers
  
• Progression pathways and opportunities to develop and progress in your career
  
• Pension scheme with Nest Pensions
  
• Complementary meals while on shift
  
• Casual dress code
  

Requirements
Management