Children's Deputy Home Manager

Childrens Deputy Home Manager

40000 - 45000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) 40 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Childrens Deputy Home Manager to join a brand-new residential care home supporting children and young people with Learning Disabilities and Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a new service from the very beginning helping to shape the culture standards and day-to-day operations of a small child-focused home. Combining both hands-on support and administrative responsibilities the role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference while playing a key role in the homes development and success.

Working closely with the Registered Manager youll help create a safe nurturing and therapeutic environment where children can build confidence develop life skills and achieve positive outcomes.

What Were Looking For

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childrens Residential Care essential
• Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification desirable
• At least 2 years experience as a Deputy Manager within a childrens residential setting essential
• Experience supporting children with Learning Disabilities and/or Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding childrens legislation and regulatory requirements
• Excellent leadership and organisational skills
• Ability to balance hands-on support with administrative and operational responsibilities
• A genuine passion for improving outcomes for children and young people

Whats On Offer

• 40000 - 45000 per annum depending on qualifications and experience
• Opportunity to join a brand-new service and influence its development from day one
• Supportive leadership team
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Career progression within a growing organisation

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home
• Providing leadership guidance and support to the staff team
• Ensuring high standards of care are delivered in line with childrens individual needs and care plans
• Supporting compliance with Ofsted regulations safeguarding requirements and company policies
• Completing a mixture of operational administrative and hands-on duties
• Contributing to staff supervision development and performance management
• Building positive relationships with children families social workers and external professionals
• Promoting a safe stable and nurturing environment where children can thrive

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Childrens Deputy Home Manager looking for an opportunity to help shape a brand-new service and make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with your up-to-date CV and a member of our team will be in touch.

All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks satisfactory references right-to-work verification and relevant safer recruitment checks.

Reference: WILL239022/MW

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