Ofsted Deputy Manager

Job Purpose:
The Deputy Manager is tasked with assisting the Registered Manager in overseeing the day-
to-day operations of the residential home, ensuring compliance with legislative and policy
requirements. In the absence of the Registered Manager, the Deputy will assume all duties
and responsibilities to maintain adherence to the Childrens Homes Regulations 2015,
company policies, and OFSTED inspection frameworks.

Nature of the Post:
Location: Based at one of the organization's residential homes, with the understanding that assignments may require work at other locations within the
organization as needed.
Flexibility: Required to work shifts, including weekends, evenings, and during the
children's holidays, to meet the home's needs. This includes providing additional
support as dictated by the rota and undertaking a variety of administrative tasks.
Transportation: Use of the organizations vehicles for activities related to the care of
the children and home operations.

Key Duties:
Operational Management: Oversee daily operations in the absence of the Registered
Manager, ensuring a 24/7 response capability. Work closely with the Registered
Manager to plan, deliver, and review services.
Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain quality assurance systems that reflect
best practices, collaborating with the management team, residential support workers,
and external agencies.
Resource Management: Assist in managing financial and physical resources
effectively in line with the Children Act and Childrens Home Regulations 2015.
Staff Management: Support staffing resources management flexibly and efficiently,
ensuring effective communication and supervision in line with organizational policies.
Training and Development: Contribute to training strategies that support the
services objectives and foster a learning culture within the workplace.
Care Provision: Provide a caring, safe, and secure environment that meets the
children's physical, health, social needs, and rights. Support and guide less
experienced staff to achieve high standards of care, respecting the individual needs of
each child based on their racial, cultural, and religious backgrounds.
Expectations:
Professional Conduct: Maintain professional standards, adhere to the legislative
framework, and follow organizational policies and procedures at all times.