Deputy Residential Homes Manager Oldham

Deputy Residential Homes Manager Oldham Council Job Title: Deputy Residential Homes Manager Directorate: Children and Young People Division/Section: Children’s Services Grade: 7 Job Purpose: Oldham Council is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Deputy Residential Homes Manager to assist in managing our residential homes, their staff, and residents. This role requires regular weekend and evening work. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with the Residential Homes Manager to provide a safe, nurturing environment for children and young people. Develop, implement, review, and record care plans in coordination with Field Social Workers. Contribute to the development of Child Care Services and professional standards. Maintain and establish contacts with external agencies, including schools, health services, and family members. Supervise and develop staff, ensuring departmental objectives are met. Assist in the recruitment and selection of domestic staff. Monitor budgets and ensure spending is within set limits. Promote equalities and diversity in the workplace and service delivery. Uphold and implement Council policies, including safeguarding and health & safety. Standard Duties: Actively promote the equalities and diversity agenda. Engage with the Council’s values and behaviours to support the Co-operative Agenda. Undertake continuous professional development and stay updated with relevant legislation and policies. Contacts: Staff of Social Services, children, and their relatives and friends. Other agencies: Voluntary Organisations, Health Service Personnel, Education Department Personnel, Probation Service Personnel, Elected Members. Special Conditions: Enhanced DBS check required. Values and Behaviours: Fairness: Champion fairness and equality of opportunity. Openness: Be open and honest in actions and communications. Responsibility: Take responsibility for actions and encourage self-responsibility. Working Together: Support each other in achieving common goals. Accountability: Recognize and act upon the impact of actions on others. Respect: Welcome different views and treat each other with dignity. Democracy: Act within the principles of democracy. Person Specification: Essential: HNC in caring services, DIP SW, CQSW, CSS, NVQ 3 in caring for Children and Young People, and NVQ Assessor qualification. Experience engaging with young people, including those with SEND, and contributing to the Care Planning process. Experience in recruiting and selecting staff. Ability to act as an NVQ Assessor and motivate and supervise staff. Knowledge of safeguarding, child development, and childcare legislation. Desirable: Additional qualifications or experience relevant to the role. Work Circumstances: Ability to work outside office hours, including weekends and evenings. Ability to travel independently across the Borough.

Location: Oldham, GB

Posted Date: 2/5/2025