Children's Home Deputy Manager

Purosearch Ltd; Bradford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's residential care provider is seeking a Deputy Children’s Home Manager in Bradford. This full-time permanent position involves supporting the Registered Manager and leading a team to shape the lives of children in care. Candidates should have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and significant experience in a childcare setting. Competitive salary and ongoing training are offered, including opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Ongoing training and support

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Significant experience within a residential childcare setting.
• Willingness to complete or already hold Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home.
• Lead, inspire and develop a team of dedicated residential childcare workers.
• Ensure the home operates in line with Ofsted regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Child-focused

Compassion

Resilience

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management

Job description

Deputy Children’s Home Manager – Bradford

Salary: £36,000 – £39,000 per annum + £3,600 Sleep ins

Shift Pattern: 2 days on / 4 days off

We are proud to be working on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded children’s residential care provider to recruit a Deputy Children’s Home Manager for their home in Bradford.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced childcare professional to step into a leadership role, supporting the Registered Manager and helping shape the lives of children and young people in care.

What’s on offer:

• Salary of £36,000 – £39,000 per year (depending on experience).
• Full-time permanent contract with a 2 on / 4 off shift pattern.
• Ongoing training and support, including Level 5 qualification.
• Career development opportunities within a supportive organisation.

The role:

• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home.
• Lead, inspire and develop a team of dedicated residential childcare workers.
• Ensure the home operates in line with Ofsted regulations and high standards of care.
• Act as a positive role model, promoting therapeutic and nurturing care.
• Contribute to care planning and safeguarding to ensure young people feel safe, valued, and supported.

About you:

• Minimum of Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Significant experience within a residential childcare setting.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Compassionate, resilient and child-focused.
• Willingness to complete or already hold Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management.

If interested please call Tom at Purosearch on 01904570050 OR CLICK APPLY!