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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy Local Authority in Somerset, are looking for an experienced Deputy Manager (Social Care) to join their team and play a crucial role within their SEND Operation 

Role: Deputy Manager (Social Care)
Pay: £36,581
Working Arrangement: Hybrid
Contract Length: Permanent
Location: Somerset

Responsibilities: 

• Ensure that admissions to the home are made in accordance with the council’s policy, procedures, and frameworks and within the agreed Statement of Purpose and function of the home
• Take responsibility for the effective management of financial resources of the home within the Children’s Home Regulations and Departmental guidance and, together with the RM aid the control of those budgets and to monitor budgets allocated by the RM.
• Assist with and where appropriate, take delegated responsibility for, the care and maintenance of the homes building, equipment & grounds and ensure that these are maintained to a high standard

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working for a Local Authority or similar organisation.
• Experience working in a Deputy Manager (Social Care) or similar role
• NVQ level 4 in Caring for Children and young people or equivalent relevant qualification.

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to james.rosa@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact James on 020 3854 4910 to discuss further.

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