Children Residential Deputy Manager

Empower Family Group; North Newton; Sur place; GBP 34 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Free parking

Blue Light Card access

Eye-care vouchers

Employee assistance programme

Refer a friend scheme

Discounts at Prockters Farm

Company events

Learning and development opportunities

Free mortgage advice

Meals on shift

Résumé du poste

Empower Family Group in Somerset is seeking a dedicated Children’s Home Deputy Manager. You will lead shifts, support staff and collaborate with the Registered Manager to maintain high standards of care in line with the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015.

The role is a 40-hour week with on-call duties roughly every 8 to 10 weeks, contributing to a warm, nurturing home where children feel safe and supported. DBS checks and safeguarding training are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Essential NVQ 3 in Residential Childcare or NVQ 4 in Children, Young People and Families Practitioner or equivalent (Required)
• NVQ 5 in Leadership and Management is preferred, or willingness to work towards this (Desirable)
• Experience in children's residential care and a full driving licence

Responsabilités

• Lead shifts and support staff to ensure smooth running of the home
• Work closely with the Registered Manager to uphold safeguarding and regulatory compliance

Connaissances

Leadership

Staff supervision

Administrative skills

Formation

NVQ 3 Res Care or NVQ 4 C/Y/P&F

NVQ 5 Leadership & Management desirable

Description du poste

Salary: £38161.78, In addition on Call - Mon - Fri: £35 W/E & BH: £45

Reporting to: Children's Home Manager

Hours: 40 per week. On Call once every 8/10 weeks.

If you are passionate, skilled, and motivated to join a team where no two days are the same, this could be your perfect next move. We are looking for a Children's Home Deputy Manager who brings skill, heart and beaming with positivity to our team.

This is your chance to contribute to a warm, nurturing home where our children feel safe, supported and genuinely cared for. You will be leading shifts, supporting staff, and working closely with the Registered Manager keeping everything running smoothly and in line with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015.

• Organised, professional and proactive: you will have strong administrative skills and keep things running like clockwork
• A natural leader- guiding and inspiring others
• Fun, resilient, and full of energy- Our children deserve adults who bring happiness and fun as well as stability
• Committed to outstanding care:- you want the best outcomes for our children

About Us

Empower Family Group is a passionate, child-focused organisation committed to raising standards across the care sector. We believe every child deserves a nurturing, loving home and the opportunity to thrive.

We operate modern, beautifully designed solo and dual occupancy homes for children and young people under 18, located throughout Somerset.

Our teams are supported by a friendly head office based in Taunton and a dedicated training hub. Our values: Empowering Care, Learning and Leading, and Working Together. These principles shape everything we do - from the compassionate support we offer children, to the collaborative culture we foster among staff, and the continuous learning that drives us forward.

Right to Work

This role is open only to applicants with the legal right to work in the UK. We cannot offer visa sponsorship. Proof of right to work (e.g., passport or Home Office share code) will be required. All offers are subject to references and an enhanced DBS check.

Commitment to Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, in line with the principles set out in Working Together to Safeguard Children (2018). All staff are expected to uphold these principles and contribute to a culture of vigilance, accountability, and child-centred practice.

Enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, and safeguarding training are mandatory.

Commitment to Inclusion

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of background, identity, or lived experience. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Requirements

Essential:

• NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare or NVQ Level 4 in Children, Young People and Families Practitioner or equivalent (Required)
• NVQ level 5 in Leadership and Management is preferred, or a willingness to work towards this. (Desirable)
• Experience in children's residential care
• A full driving licence

Benefits

• Free parking
• Blue Light Card access
• Eye-care Vouchers
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing app, providing 24/7 support and resources
• Refer a friend scheme
• Discounted site
• Discounts at a number of business on our Prockters Farm business park, including food, hairdressers
• Company events
• Allocated funding for team building activities, social events and celebrations throughout the year
• Learning and development opportunities
• Free mortgage advice
• Meals on shift

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

We do not offer sponsorship for this role.

Aged 21+ (legal requirement for residential care roles).

Driving Licence is essential.