At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a skilled care team and ensure high standards of therapeutic care for young people.
- Company: Holistic Approach Ltd, dedicated to trauma-informed care in a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, sleep-in allowances, bonuses, and comprehensive wellbeing support.
- Other info: Strong internal progression culture with supportive leadership.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career in a nurturing setting.
- Qualifications: Experience in residential childcare and a commitment to professional development.
The predicted salary is between 7 - 7 £ per hour.
Location: North West England, West Houghton Bolton.
Position: Full-Time, Permanent
Company: Holistic Approach Ltd
About Us
At Holistic Approach Ltd, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality, trauma-informed, therapeutic care to young people across the North West. Operating successfully for over 12 years, our leadership team and Directors bring a combined background of over 100 years in residential child-care and social work practice. We are a close-knit, values-driven provider dedicated to ensuring our staff feel supported, valued, and equipped to make a genuine, lasting difference in children's lives.
Deputy Manager Role
We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and dedicated Deputy Manager to join our 3-bed therapeutic children's home. Working closely alongside the Registered Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading a skilled care team, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving high standards of therapeutic care. You will assist in managing day-to-day operations, supporting staff development, and creating a safe, nurturing, and stable home environment where young people can thrive.
Competitive Remuneration & Earnings Potential
- Basic Starting Salary: £32,178 per annum, rising to £33,216 per annum following successful completion of your probationary period.
- Sleep-In Allowance: Paid at £80.00 per sleep-in. On average, staff complete 2 sleep-ins per week (subject to home needs), adding between £8,320 to £9,600 annually.
- Estimated Average Earnings: £40,498 to £42,816 per annum (inclusive of basic pay and average sleep-in duties).
- Enhanced Overtime Rate: Highly competitive overtime structure. Any hours worked above 173 per month attract an additional £7.00 per hour on top of your standard basic hourly rate.
- Bank Holidays: Paid at time-and-a-half.
Additional Benefits & Rewards
- Monthly Bonus Scheme: Eligibility for a monthly bonus (dependent upon home occupancy and specific performance criteria).
- Travel & Expenses: Mileage expenses reimbursed via monthly mileage claim submissions.
- Paid meals: taken during expected meal time at the home.
- Annual Leave Entitlement: Continuous service reward scheme additional annual leave accrued after 2 years of service.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): Access to comprehensive mental health, financial, and personal wellbeing support services.
- Recognition Scheme: Eligibility for the company Employee of the Month award.
- Pension Scheme: Automatic enrolment into the company workplace pension.
- Career Growth: Strong culture of internal progression, professional development, and supportive leadership supervision.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Registered Manager in the operational management and leadership of the 3-bed therapeutic home.
- Deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager to maintain continuous safeguarding, high standards of care, and compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015.
- Provide direct leadership, coaching, and supervision to the residential care team working alongside colleagues on rota.
- Role-model trauma-informed care and relational practice when supporting children with complex emotional and behavioural needs.
- Collaborate effectively with placing authorities, social workers, health professionals, and families.
- Oversee shift management, care planning, risk management, and regulatory record-keeping.
Requirements
- Significant experience in a Senior or Deputy role within a residential children's home setting.
- Diploma Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent qualification).
- Commitment to holding or working towards the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare.
- Strong knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, and Ofsted inspection frameworks.
- Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to hold business insurance and use of own vehicle for business use.
Application Process
To apply for this role, candidates must complete our formal application form. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend a panel interview held at one of our regional locations: Stockport, Bolton, or Salford.
Deputy Manager Childrens Home employer: Holistic Approach limited
At Holistic Approach Ltd, we are committed to fostering a supportive and values-driven work environment where our staff can thrive. Located in the heart of North West England, we offer competitive salaries, generous benefits including sleep-in allowances and a monthly bonus scheme, as well as robust opportunities for professional development and career progression. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people while enjoying a fulfilling and rewarding career in therapeutic childcare.
