Deputy Manager - Children's Home in New Town

Every child deserves a loving home – help us to make this happen. Our client is looking for a Deputy Manager to help develop this exciting project alongside our Responsible Individual and Registered Manager. This is a great opportunity to help shape the home from the beginning, ensuring it is person-centred, trauma-informed, and committed to providing outstanding care. They are looking for someone who can provide a safe, stable and supportive environment where children are valued and cared for. Supported by the Registered Manager and the Responsible Individual, you will receive the guidance and resources necessary to make the home a success.

In your role you will:

• Support the Registered Manager in the leadership, management and day-to-day operation of the Children's Home.
• Ensure the home meets all regulatory and statutory requirements.
• Deliver high-quality, solution-focused care in line with Ofsted's Quality Standards.
• Promote a culture where children's voices are central to all decision-making.
• Bring creativity into everyday life by exploring fresh ways to engage, inspire and connect, whether through imaginative activities at home, within the community, or during problem-solving moments.
• Demonstrate patience and consistency, supporting children and young people through challenges with empathy and a calm, steady approach, even when things don't go as planned.
• Recognise and celebrate progress, especially the small steps and meaningful moments.
• Support the development of practical life skills that foster independence, such as managing routines, shopping, cooking, communicating and making life choices.
• Enhance overall quality of life by ensuring every young person feels safe, listened to and empowered to be themselves.

They are looking for someone with:

• Experience working with children, young people and families either as a deputy manager or senior support worker, with proven ability in leading a team.
• Strong understanding of contextual safeguarding.
• Good knowledge of Ofsted regulations and Quality Standards.
• Flexibility with regards to the rota and the changing needs of the children and young people.
• A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
• A full UK driving licence and access to their own transport.

No two days are the same, and the work you will do is truly going to make a difference. This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children - providing stability, care, and hope for a brighter tomorrow.

Key Benefits:

• Enhanced annual leave, with an extra day per year of service (capped at 30 days).
• Enhanced pension contributions.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Life Assurance Cover.
• Free subscription to Benenden Healthcare or Perkbox.
• 45p business mileage.
• In-house Workplace Welfare Manager.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training and development.
• Refer a Friend scheme.
• Supportive Senior Leadership Team, Responsible Individual and Trustees, who will support your performance and growth.

They look for people who embody their SPIRIT values:

• Showing gratitude and appreciation of others.
• Demonstrating personal and professional pride.
• Integrity is everything.
• Reflect and learn.
• Continuous improvement.
• Take your best self wherever you go.

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and share our values, click the apply button to start your journey. An equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. Their robust Safeguarding Policy guides the recruitment process. They believe in the rehabilitative power of employment and working toward a purpose, so a prior conviction will not necessarily prevent you from joining. Please note this role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and also an enhanced check by the Disclosure & Barring Services, paid for.