About this role
Day Team Deputy Manager (37 hours per week)
Salary: £40,000 FTE (shifts - 07:00-15:00 & 13:00-21:00)
Location: Malvern, Worcestershire Reporting To: Registered Manager
About the Role We are seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager to support our client, a specialist Family Assessment Centre in Malvern. They adopt a strength-based therapeutic approach to empower care-experienced parents to safely care for their children long-term. Reporting directly to the Registered Manager, you will assist with day-to-day operations, deputise in their absence, and ensure a safe, supportive environment that complies with Ofsted regulations and National Minimum Standards.
About You
You have at least 2 years of experience working with adults or families, ideally in a residential setting. You are confident delivering parenting assessments, managing conflict, and leading staff teams with empathy and resilience.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the Registered Manager with daily operations and Ofsted compliance, stepping in during their absence.Supervise, recruit, and mentor staff to foster professional development and high standards of care.Ensure effective safeguarding practices and child protection procedures are strictly followed.Produce high-quality, evidence-based parenting assessments and maintain proper documentation.Oversee health and safety, fire safety, and shift rotas to ensure a secure, cost-effective service.
Requirements
A minimum of two years; experience working with children and families within a similar setting
An understanding of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and procedures
Significant experience at a managerial level within social care
Able to produce high-quality reports.
Have experience in leading, developing, and motivating a staff team
Able to work flexibly and go the extra mile
Hold a full clean driving license
What our client offers:
Comprehensive induction and ongoing trainingProfessional development opportunitiesA supportive and inclusive team cultureCompany pensionPrivate medical insuranceSick payFree on-site parkingMeaningful work that makes a genuine difference
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.