At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support a team in providing high-quality care for children with complex needs.
- Company: A dedicated children's residential care provider in Milton Keynes.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a passionate team committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable children.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and young people every day.
- Qualifications: Experience in residential care and a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
The predicted salary is between 42131 - 51493 £ per year.
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per year
Hours: 40 hours per week
About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day leadership and management of a children's residential home in Milton Keynes. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring children and young people receive safe, nurturing and high-quality residential childcare, particularly those with emotional, behavioural and complex needs. They will support the Registered Manager with safeguarding, staff management, regulatory compliance and quality assurance, helping create a positive environment where children and young people can thrive and achieve positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Registered Manager with the effective day-to-day running of the children's home.
- Deputise for the Registered Manager in their absence.
- Lead, motivate, supervise and develop the residential care team.
- Lead shifts and oversee staffing levels and rotas.
- Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.
- Ensure high-quality, child-centred care is provided in line with individual care plans.
- Support care planning, risk assessments and behaviour support plans.
- Promote positive behaviour and support young people with challenging or complex needs.
- Maintain accurate records, reports and documentation.
- Ensure safeguarding procedures, policies and regulatory requirements are followed.
- Support compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted requirements.
- Contribute to audits, quality assurance and continuous service improvement.
- Build effective relationships with families, social workers, local authorities and other professionals.
- Participate in the management on-call rota and work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
About You
The successful Deputy Manager will have:
- Previous experience as a Senior Residential Support Worker, Team Leader, Deputy Manager or similar leadership role within children's residential care.
- A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare / Children & Young People, or equivalent.
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
- Experience managing safeguarding concerns, risk and challenging situations.
- Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
- The ability to lead, motivate and support a residential care team.
- A genuine passion for improving outcomes for children and young people.
- Good IT, administration, recording and report-writing skills.
- Full UK driving licence.
Desirable
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare, or willingness to work towards it.
- Experience supporting children and young people with emotional, behavioural or complex needs.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care or Positive Behaviour Support (PBS).
- Experience with staff supervision, mentoring and professional development.
- Experience supporting Ofsted inspections, audits or quality assurance.
Deputy Manager Childrens Residential Care in Milton Keynes employer: All The Top Bananas
Join a dedicated team in Milton Keynes where your leadership will directly impact the lives of children and young people in need. Our supportive work culture prioritises professional development, offering opportunities for growth and training, including the potential to pursue a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare. With a focus on high-quality, child-centred care, you will be part of an organisation that values safeguarding and promotes a nurturing environment for both staff and residents.
