Children's Home Deputy Manager

Beaufort Care Group; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare service provider in Bournemouth seeks an experienced Deputy Manager for a children’s home. You will support the Registered Manager in overseeing childcare practices, ensuring the safety and development of children aged 6-18. Key responsibilities include team leadership, developing individual care plans, and maintaining high standards as per Ofsted regulations. This role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits, including training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary with overtime enhancements

25 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays

Development opportunities

Company funded Blue Light Card

Free DBS

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience in a supervisory role within residential childcare.
• Extensive experience working with children 6-18 with emotional and behavioral difficulties.
• Proven ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Valid UK driving license and commuting proximity to Bournemouth.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in leading a team.
• Develop and report on placement plans for children.
• Collaborate with partners for children's health and well-being.
• Provide on-call support.

Skills

Safeguarding children

Team leadership

Communication skills

Record keeping

Crisis intervention

Education

NVQ Level 3 / 4 in Children, Young People and Families Practitioner

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Beaufort Care Group are recruiting for an experienced Deputy Manager for our children's home in Bournemouth. As the Deputy Manager you will support the Registered Manager in leading a team of Childcare Practitioners to promote safeguarding of children and support their educational, physical, social and emotional development. You will be responsible for good home management, timely administration and record keeping, ensuring we maintain high standards in line with Ofsted regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Work with internal and external partners to support the health, development, and well-being of the children.
• Lead team consultations and ensure the children’s voices are heard in planning and decision-making.
• Collaborate with the Registered Manager to assess team performance and implement improvements.
• Role-model best practice and provide crisis intervention support to the team.
• Develop, review, and report on placement plans to meet every child’s evolving and individual needs.
• Maintain daily routines and manage resources effectively, escalating needs to the Registered Manager.
• Assist with policy implementation, Ofsted preparation, and compliance with regulations.
• Foster a supportive, open culture, addressing concerns and complaints promptly.
• Provide on-call support on the roster.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in a team leader or supervisory role within residential childcare, with a sound working knowledge of safeguarding children, Ofsted regulations, Quality Standards and Children’s Home Regulations 2015.
• Qualified to NVQ Level 3 / 4 in Children, Young People and Families Practitioner (or equivalent).
• Extensive experience of working with children and young people aged 6-18 who exhibit emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD).
• Knowledge of PACE, attachment theory and play therapy (advantageous).
• Excellent communication skills and a high standard of English, both written and verbal, with ability to build relationships at all levels within the home, with outside agencies, head office and other stakeholders.
• Ability to build an excellent team dynamic; model excellent behaviours and apply sound judgement based on experience.
• Proficiency in record keeping and administration tasks, using MS Office and other IT systems.
• Essential must-haves: A valid UK driving licence and daily commuting proximity to Bournemouth and surrounding areas.

About Beaufort

Beaufort Education and Care is a leading provider of residential childcare services for looked-after children aged 6-18. With over 20 years of experience, we own and manage 7 established children's homes and supported living services in Bournemouth and surrounding areas, and are expanding into Hampshire. We specialise in supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) that stem from trauma and abuse. Our homes have a contemporary yet cosy family feel and are dedicated to providing high-quality, therapeutic childcare, ensuring each child’s individual needs are met in a nurturing environment.

Commitment to Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities: Beaufort Care Group is fully committed to safeguarding children and promoting equal opportunities. Candidates will undergo a thorough application and recruitment process, including robust background checks (Police and Safeguarding enquiries) to ensure the safety and well-being of the children in our care.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with overtime and sleep-in enhancements
• 25 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays
• Established Company with excellent support from peers and Head Office
• Long service awards up to £2000
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Development opportunities and investment in your career to help you progress
• Blended approach to learning, training and development
• Company funded Blue Light Card
• Referral scheme for friends and family
• Free DBS