At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in a therapeutic children's home, ensuring high-quality care and support.
- Company: A dedicated residential home focused on young people's emotional and mental health.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, supportive environment, and career progression to Registered Manager.
- Other info: Join a passionate team and enjoy a flexible work pattern with sleep-in shifts.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in children's residential care and a commitment to professional growth.
The predicted salary is between 21 - 21 £ per hour.
Location: Edgware, Greater London (in person)
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Shift pattern: 2 days on / 4 days off, including 2 sleep-ins. Weekends and bank holidays required.
Salary: £18.00 - £21.00 per hour + £60 per sleep-in
Reports to: Registered Manager
A therapeutic children's residential home in Edgware supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs who have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences. We are looking for a Deputy Manager who is ready to develop into a Registered Manager role. The post combines hands-on leadership with operational responsibility, safeguarding and high-quality therapeutic practice.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead and support the staff team on shift, modelling high standards of therapeutic and relational practice
- Deputise for the Registered Manager, ensuring the home runs safely and effectively in their absence
- Oversee and contribute to care planning, risk assessments, daily records and statutory documentation
- Champion safeguarding, manage complex behaviours and promote positive outcomes for young people
- Support staff development through supervision, reflective practice and on-the-job coaching
- Work collaboratively with the clinical team, social workers, education providers and families
- Actively progress toward Registered Manager status (Level 5 Diploma pathway)
Essential requirements (non-negotiable):
- Full UK driving licence (clean) - this is mandatory
- Minimum 2-3 years experience in children's residential homes
- Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Ideally working toward or holding Level 5 Leadership & Management
- Proven ability to manage challenging behaviours and work with SEMH / trauma-experienced young people
- Strong paperwork, record-keeping and organisational skills
- Willingness and ability to work the 2-on / 4-off pattern including sleep-ins, weekends and bank holidays
- Genuine commitment to progressing into a Registered Manager role
- Right to work in the UK
- Ability to reliably commute to / relocate for Edgware
Desirable:
- Previous deputy or senior experience in a children's home
- Experience of Ofsted inspection processes
- Therapeutic or trauma-informed training
Deputy Manager employer: Nurturing Growth & Compassionate Care Ltd
Join our dedicated team as a Care Support Worker, where compassion and commitment to making a difference are at the heart of our work culture. We offer flexible working hours, including nights and weekends, to accommodate your lifestyle while providing comprehensive training and growth opportunities to enhance your skills in supporting individuals with diverse needs. Located in a supportive environment, we prioritise employee well-being and foster a collaborative atmosphere that values every team member's contribution.
Contact Details:
Nurturing Growth & Compassionate Care Ltd Recruitment Team
