Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home(Assessment Centre)
Monday to Friday | 9am – 5pm
Full-Time | Permanent
Are you an experienced Deputy Manager, Team Leader or Senior Residential Support Worker ready for your next step within children’s residential care?
We are recruiting for a Deputy Manager to join a specialist residential assessment service supporting children and young people aged 7–18 years.
The service provides short-term placements focused on assessment, therapeutic intervention, trauma support and stabilisation, creating a safe and nurturing environment where young people can receive the support they need while their longer-term needs are assessed.
The Opportunity
Working closely with the Registered Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day leadership of the home, supporting and developing the staff team while ensuring consistently high standards of care.
You will:
- Support the effective day-to-day running of the home
- Lead, supervise and motivate residential care staff
- Promote a safe, nurturing and child-centred environment
- Support care planning, assessments and risk management
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding practice
- Support young people using trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches
- Work collaboratively with social workers, education providers and other professionals
- Ensure practice remains compliant with Ofsted requirements and Children’s Homes Quality Standards
- Deputise for the Registered Manager when required
What We’re Looking For
You will need:
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent
- At least 2 years’ experience in a children’s residential home within the last 5 years
- Minimum 1 year’s experience supervising or managing staff within a care setting
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
- Confident leadership and communication skills
- A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people
- Full UK driving licence
- Unrestricted right to work in the UK
An interest in outdoor activities is important, as young people have opportunities to take part in outdoor and adventure-based experiences as part of their support.
What’s on Offer
Alongside a salary of £34,000 – £39,000, you’ll benefit from ongoing training and development, career progression opportunities, paid induction training, wellbeing support, employee discounts and an additional day off for your birthday.
This could be an excellent opportunity for an established Children’s Deputy Manager or an experienced Senior/Team Leader who is ready to progress into management.
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role.
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Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home in Lutterworth employer: Brook Street Social Care
Join a compassionate and dynamic team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people. With competitive salaries, generous leave entitlements, and comprehensive training opportunities, we foster a supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and growth. Located in a community-focused environment, this role offers unique advantages such as enhanced allowances and access to employee discounts, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a fulfilling career in youth support.
