Company Description Mon Ami operates residential children’s homes across England, supporting children with complex social, emotional, and behavioral needs. The organization works closely with local authorities and specialist professionals to provide safe, stable, and nurturing environments. As an Ofsted-registered provider, Mon Ami maintains high standards of care, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance, giving partners confidence in each placement. The team is committed to helping each child progress toward long-term outcomes, such as returning to family, securing the right long-term placement, or building skills for independent living. More information is available at monamiuk.co.uk.
Role Description The Deputy Manager role at Mon Ami is a full-time, on-site position based in Leyland, responsible for supporting the Registered Manager in the daily running of a residential children’s home. The role includes leading and supervising the care team, ensuring high-quality, person-centered support for children, and promoting a safe, nurturing environment. The Deputy Manager helps oversee care plans, risk assessments, and regulatory documentation, and supports compliance with Ofsted standards and safeguarding requirements. Day-to-day tasks involve coordinating staff schedules, mentoring team members, participating in multi-agency meetings, and maintaining effective communication with local authorities, families, and external professionals. The role also contributes to continuous improvement, incident reviews, and creating a home culture where children feel valued and empowered.
Qualifications
- Experience in residential childcare or social care settings, with a strong understanding of safeguarding, trauma-informed practice, and regulatory requirements (e.g., Ofsted).
- Leadership and team management skills, including staff supervision, coaching, performance oversight, and the ability to support a positive, inclusive workplace culture.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, including clear written and verbal communication, report writing, and effective collaboration with children, colleagues, and external agencies.
- Organizational and problem-solving skills, such as managing competing priorities, handling emergencies, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to service development.
- Relevant qualifications, such as Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), with willingness to undertake further training and professional development.
- Ability to work shifts, including evenings and weekends as required, and a commitment to child-centered practice and equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Previous experience in a senior or supervisory role within children’s services and a valid driver’s license are advantageous.
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