Deputy Manager – Residential Children's Home
Location: Castleford, WF10
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum, depending on qualifications
Sleep-ins: £60 per sleep-in, with an average of 8 sleep-ins per month
Salary & Benefits
- £34,000–£39,000 per annum, dependent on qualifications.
- £60 per sleep-in, with an average of 8 sleep-ins per month.
- 248 hours annual leave per year.
- Bank holidays paid at time and a half.
- Opportunities to pick up additional shifts and enhanced-rate overtime.
- Enrolment into company pension scheme.
- Comprehensive paid induction and ongoing training.
- Excellent career development and progression opportunities.
- £500 Refer a Friend bonus.
- Monthly recognition awards.
- Day off for your birthday in addition to annual leave.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Employee discounts and offers.
- Food provided whilst on shift.
- Free parking.
- Access to a holiday home in the Peak District.
- Casual dress code.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Registered Manager in the effective day-to-day management of the children's home.
- Help shape and maintain a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment for children and young people.
- Support the development of a positive, child-centred culture across the home.
- Lead, supervise and support the residential care team, promoting high standards of practice.
- Help develop staff and encourage continuous professional development.
- Ensure children with EBD, trauma and complex needs receive consistent, high-quality care.
- Promote positive outcomes for children and young people through a therapeutic and person-centred approach.
- Support the Registered Manager in maintaining compliance with Ofsted regulations, expectations and best practice.
- Provide effective leadership and guidance to staff and act as a positive role model.
- Support safeguarding and ensure the welfare and individual needs of children remain paramount.
- Work collaboratively with the Registered Manager and wider professional network to ensure children receive appropriate support.
- Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the home.
Requirements & Experience
- Minimum of two years' experience within a residential children's home within the last five years.
- Minimum of 12 months' supervisory experience within a children's residential care setting.
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
- In-depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations, expectations and best practice.
- Strong understanding of therapeutic and person-centred approaches to childcare.
- Experience supporting children with EBD, trauma and complex needs is essential.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Full right to work in the UK without restrictions.
- Applicants must be aged 21 or above due to industry regulations.
- Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting positive outcomes for children and young people.
- Successful appointment will be subject to enhanced disclosure, right-to-work and reference checks in line with safer recruitment requirements.
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