Deputy Home Manager - Children and Young People

Deputy Home Manager - Children and Young People
Location: Weston, Spalding
Salary: From £31,636 per annum plus an additional £3,000 - £6,000 for sleep-ins (based on 4-8 per month)
Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential
 
About the Role
I am recruiting on behalf of a respected provider of residential childcare services for children and young people. We are seeking a Deputy Home Manager to join a supportive, passionate, and forward-thinking team in Weston, Spalding.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker or an existing Deputy Manager who is ready to take on greater responsibility and play a key leadership role within a nurturing, child-focused environment.
You will work as part of an experienced leadership team across a group of children's homes, supported by a well-established national organisation that values creativity, development, and professional growth.
 
Key Responsibilities
·Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance with Ofsted regulations.
·Lead, motivate, and supervise a dedicated team of support staff, promoting a positive and therapeutic environment.
·Ensure safeguarding practices are consistently implemented and that the welfare of young people remains the top priority.
·Oversee care planning, risk assessments, and the implementation of individual care strategies.
·Manage rotas, budgets, and staffing levels effectively.
·Promote the organisation's therapeutic approach and contribute to continuous service improvement.
·Take responsibility for the home in the absence of the Registered Manager.
 
What's on Offer
·Career Progression: Clear pathways to advance, with opportunities to become a Registered Manager.
·Funded Qualifications: Support to complete your Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management.
·Competitive Pay: Real Living Wage employer with enhanced pay scales for qualifications and experience.
·Comprehensive Training & Induction: Paid, high-quality training and ongoing development opportunities.
·Wellbeing Support: Access to Employee Assistance Programmes and wellbeing resources.
·Employee Rewards: Discount schemes (Blue Light Card & Hapi App), pension plan, and referral bonuses.
·Work-Life Balance: Supportive management, regular supervisions, and inclusive team meetings.
·Annual Leave: 28 days including bank holidays.
·Free Enhanced DBS Check
 
Requirements
·Minimum 2 years' experience in a Residential Children's Home, ideally as a Senior or Deputy Manager.
·Level 3 or 4 NVQ/Diploma in Children and Young People.
·Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding standards.
·Experience managing budgets, staffing, and rotas.
·Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
 
Hours
Full-time position, working long day shifts and participating in sleep-in duties.
 
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and ready to take the next step in your career, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
For more information, get in touch with Vicky on (phone number removed).
 
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