Job Summary

Further Information

An opportunity has arisen for an aspiring deputy manager. Working with children and adults with a range of disabilities and complex needs to join our short break service in Newcastle. You will be required to support and work with the Manager and senior team at an operational and strategic level.

The successful applicant will demonstrate ability to deliver high standards of care, in all aspects of regulatory requirements, manage, motivate, develop and supervise staff. Possess strong and effective leadership skills. Demonstrate excellent communication skills and possess a Diploma level 3 Health and Social Care, Children and Young People or an equivalent qualification.

Experience of direct work with children and young people is essential.

You will have a flexible approach to hours of work over a 7 day rota basis, including sleep in duties/waking nights to meet the needs of the service.

In return we can offer a pleasant and supportive working environment and an excellent range of benefits including 33 days holiday, contributory pension scheme, staff support service and a commitment to your professional development with opportunities to progress within the charity.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.

Interested? Visit our website: www.stcuthbertscarejobs.org.uk and apply on line or telephone 0191 2424808 for an application form. Candidates are required to complete an application form.

Closing date for completed applications: 15 October 2018 or immediately after receipt of the first 15 applications.

Previous applicants need not apply. Please quote reference 0510/18.

If you have not heard within 3 weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful.