Interim Deputy Manager

**FANTASTIC INTERIM DEPUTY MANAGER OPPORTUNITY IN CARDIFF***

I am recruiting a CARING and PASSIONATE Interim Deputy Manager to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people by providing a homely supported living for young people, aged 16-25 with complex needs associated with autism transition into adulthood

As an Interim Deputy Manager, As a deputy manager, you will be supporting our Home Manager to continue to improve the lives of the individuals we support. You will play a vital role in both the home and wider organisation, acting as a positive role model to both staff and our supported individuals. Our passion is making a difference and our focus is to strengthen interests and aspirations by offering a holistic, engaging, and person-centred environment.

Job Title: Interim Deputy Manager

• Salary: £26,813 - £29,738
• Location: Cardiff
• Hours: Full time / 37.5 hours per week
• Contract Type: Permanent

Benefits of the Interim Deputy Manager role:

• Full training and continued support
• Life assurance and pension
• Health cashback plan
• Blue Card Scheme
• Bike to work scheme

As an Interim Deputy Manager, you will be responsible for the following:

• Supporting the Home Manager to achieve compliance, with the regulatory framework, organisational objectives and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Deputising in the manager's absence and being a creative and innovative leader that supports the home to be a specialist in excellent service.
• Participating in the Company's "Out of hours" service.
• Supporting the staff team with the transition of residents in and out of the home.
• Helping to co-ordinate the homes recruitment process and lead interviews for new staff.
• Acting as a mentor to new staff and co-ordinate their induction into the home.
• Supporting the supervision of all staff and reporting on compliance.

Requirements:

• A QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent and working towards your Level 4
• At least 2 years working within a care home or children's home
• At least 1 year experience as a team leader or senior role
• A good understanding of the Positive behaviour support framework and the active support mode
• Experience of direct support experience with people with learning disabilities and/or ASC and Challenging Behaviour.
• Experience of leading a team of staff who support people with learning disabilities and/or ASC and Challenging Behaviour.
• Ability to work independently, meet targets and supervise staff.
• Awareness of new developments, standards and best practices in the sector.

Can you provide the best specialist support to the people within this service whilst inspiring them to live happy, healthy, and meaningful lives whilst having a whole lot of fun?