An opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Manager, to provide child centred support to children and young people at a small residential service in Keighley. This service meets the needs of 2 young people both on a social and emotional level. If you are an experienced Senior Childcare Worker, this could be the opportunity that you need to progress to the next stage of your career into management. As a Deputy Manager, you will be leading a staff team who specialise in providing nurture and care to children and young people who are looked after. Deputy Manager Role You will work really hard to create a home environment that exceeds the needs of the children and young people– enabling them to express their characters, feel safe and enrich their lives. The children and young people that you will care for can demonstrate a wide range of behaviours and can be very demanding of time, attention, and emotions. As a Deputy Manager, you will advocate pro-actively for eachyoung person’s needs, rights and views and ensure that these are met. You will also make certain that each young person’s individuality, difference and diversity are always appreciated and that our young people are provided with equal opportunities and are not discriminated against. As a Deputy Manager, you will encourage each young person to be involved in all aspects of their care. This will involve skill development, problem solving and assessment of risk, while being mindful of their individual capabilities. Supporting the Registered Manager is a vital part of the Deputy Manager role. The service is responsible for providing the best quality childcare in a safe and care focused environment for the young people. As a Deputy Manager, on shift you will have initial responsibilities for monitoring and supervision of staff and take responsibility for the day to day management, and guidance of colleagues whilst ensuring the welfare and care of the young people. Qualifications NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care / Children and Young People or similiar or working towards it Company Charity, child centred