Children's Deputy Manager

Purosearch Ltd; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare cash plan

Annual leave 210 hours

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Career progression opportunities

Comprehensive induction and training

Refer-a-friend scheme

Employee recognition awards

Health & Wellbeing Programme

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd is recruiting a Deputy Home Manager for a Children's Residential Home in Doncaster. You will support the Registered Manager with day-to-day leadership, deputise in their absence, and help deliver high-quality, safe, child-centered care.

Candidates should hold Level 3 or 4 Diploma, have 2+ years supervisory experience in children's residential care, and be able to lead a team, build positive relationships with children and families, and manage administration; a driving licence is

Qualifications

• Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Children & Young People's Workforce, Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years' supervisory/management experience in children's residential care.
• Experience with children and young people displaying challenging behaviours.
• Experience supporting children with Learning Disabilities (desirable).
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Good IT and administrative skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families and partner agencies.
• Passion for delivering high-quality, child-centred care.
• Flexible working days, evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Aged 21+ in line with residential childcare regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with day-to-day leadership and management of the home.
• Deputise for the Registered Manager in their absence.
• Lead on report writing, care planning and risk assessments.
• Chair and contribute to multi-agency meetings when required.
• Support delivery of high-quality, safe and nurturing care for children and young people.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with children, families and external professionals.
• Supervise, mentor and support the residential staff team.
• Promote safeguarding, positive outcomes and person-centred care.
• Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards and organisational policies.
• Maintain accurate records and regulatory documentation.
• Gain practical experience across all aspects of residential home management as part of ongoing professional development.
• Work a rota averaging 37.5 hours per week (9:00am–4:30pm three administrative days and one full shift).

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Administrative skills

Relationship building

Flexibility

Driving licence

Education

Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Children & Young People's Workforce, Residential Childcare or equivalent

Job description

Deputy Home Manager – Children's Residential

Location: Doncaster
Salary: £35,000–£40,000 per annum
Home Size: Children's Residential Home

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £35,000–£40,000 per annum
• Fully funded Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (if not already achieved)
• Healthcare cash plan, including cashback for dental, optical and wellbeing appointments
• 210 hours annual leave per year
• Enhanced overtime rates and opportunities to pick up additional shifts
• Company pension
• Free on-site parking
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Health & Wellbeing Programme
• Food available whilst on shift and access to a discretionary food bank
• Monthly employee recognition awards
• Comprehensive induction, ongoing training and continued professional development
• Refer-a-friend scheme (£150 on referral and a further £350 upon successful completion of probation)
• Excellent opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation

What We're Looking For

• Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Children & Young People's Workforce, Residential Childcare or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a supervisory or management role within children's residential care
• Experience working with children and young people who display challenging behaviours
• Experience supporting children with Learning Disabilities (desirable)
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills
• Good IT and administrative skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families and partner agencies
• Passion for delivering high-quality, child-centred care
• Flexible approach to working days, evenings, weekends and bank holidays
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Applicants must be aged 21 or over in line with residential childcare regulations
• Right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available for this position)
• Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day leadership and management of the home
• Deputise for the Registered Manager in their absence
• Lead on report writing, care planning and risk assessments
• Chair and contribute to multi-agency meetings when required
• Support the delivery of high-quality, safe and nurturing care for children and young people
• Build and maintain positive relationships with children, families and external professionals
• Supervise, mentor and support the residential staff team
• Promote safeguarding, positive outcomes and person-centred care
• Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards and organisational policies
• Maintain accurate records and regulatory documentation
• Gain practical experience across all aspects of residential home management as part of ongoing professional development
• Work a rota averaging 37.5 hours per week, consisting of three administrative days (9:00am–4:30pm) and one full shift supporting the team