Deputy Home Manager

Job title:

Deputy Home Manager

Company:

Ashdale Care

Job description

Deputy Home ManagerAre you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people? Do you thrive in a dynamic and supportive work environment? We have the perfect opportunity for you! Join our team at Ashdale Care (Ireland), on our journey to transform the lives of young people & children with complex, emotional and behavioural needs.No two days are the same here in Ashdale Care, this job description is designed to be flexible and adaptable, providing guiding principles for the post holder’s work rather than strict limitations. It will undergo periodic review to ensure alignment with evolving organisational needs.About the roleTo assist the manager of the home in accordance with its Statement of Purpose and to ensure the maintenance of a safe and caring environment in accordance with relevant childcare legislation, national standards and Ashdale Care (Ireland’s) Policies and Procedures.Key Responsibilities:To assist the home manager in ensuring that all care practices comply with relevant childcare legislation, National Standards for Children’s Residential Centres and best practice.Assisting with the day-to-day supervision and management of the home. Contributing to the assessment, planning and implementation of individual care plans.Facilitate good communication and decision making between the young people we support, their families and the support team.To promote, participate in and ensure high standards of emotional and physical care and safety for all young people in the home to meet the expressed needs of the individual young people and promote positive outcomes for them.To attend and contribute to planning meetings, statutory reviews, and other meetings as required, representing the home in a positive fashion and where necessary, acting as an advocate for the young people and their family.To foster positive relationships with parents, family, social workers, teachers, doctors, and relevant professionals and advocate for the young person’s needs, views and wishes.Ensure our Model of therapeutic care is fully integrated within the homes care practices and to monitor and evaluate their application.To carry out regular audits of care standards and practices within the home.Staff Management:Provide leadership and guidance, assist the Home Manager in the organisation and management of staff to maintain 24-hour cover and consistent care.Assist in the induction and supervision of staff.Assist staff with written reports, handovers and appraisals.Promote a positive culture of learning and develop an annual team training plan.Managment of Finances:Assist with budgetary control and ensure systems and policy is followed.Other:Create a homely setting with which children can identify.To uphold a safe environment meeting legal requirements, including maintaining the building, grounds, equipment, and vehicles, while promoting care for surroundings and resource optimization.Promote a high standard of childcare practice.To enhance professional skills through supervision and courses aligned with the Homes’ training plan.To participate in a duty rota and undertake sleeping-in duties if required.What you’ll get in returnCompetitive pay scales starting from €44,141 €51,750. (depending on experience)Annual Pay ReviewAnnual AppraisalCompetitive annual leave entitlements with long service incremental increases.Employee Pension Scheme.Income ProtectionSick PayFlexible working arrangementsEnhanced maternity/ paternity leave cover.Exceptional Training Opportunities both internal and externalExcellent career development opportunitiesManagement Training ProgrammeEducation Assistance ProgrammeGym membership discountsEmployee Assistance ProgrammeFirst Access to career opportunities as we continue to grow our services throughout IrelandAbout the companyWe hold a heartfelt mission to care for, protect, support, empower, inspire, and enthuse both young people and colleagues.Ashdale Care is committed to positively transforming lives.Required CriteriaDesired CriteriaSkills you’ll need

Expected salary

Location

Longford

Job date

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 07:37:37 GMT

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