Children's Home Deputy Manager

Esland; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday day off

Level 5 qualification funding

Induction training paid

Wellbeing app access

Company values driven culture

Job summary

Esland in Burton-upon-Trent is seeking a capable Deputy Manager for its Assessments Team in a children's home. You will lead shifts, oversee staff, and deliver short-term trauma support and education access for 7 to 18-year-olds within a 12-week programme.

The role offers progression to senior leadership, funding for Level 5 Residential Childcare qualification, and a supportive environment with induction training and wellbeing benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a children's residential care home (within the last 5 years)
• At least 1 year in supervising and managing staff in a care role
• Level 3 Diploma (or above) in Residential Childcare (England) or equivalent
• Thorough knowledge of Ofsted regulations and expectations, relevant legislation and Quality Standards
• Excellent communication and team leader skills
• A full, UK driving licence issued in the UK
• Right to work in the UK with no restrictions
• Candidates must be over the age of 21 to meet industry regulations
• Keen interest in the outdoors; activities experience/qualifications desirable

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise staff within the Assessments Team
• Oversee day-to-day care and support for 7-18 year olds in a therapeutic setting
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and regulatory requirements
• Support educational access and participation in outdoor activity programmes
• Progress staff to more senior roles within the organisation

Skills

Excellent communication

Team leadership

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (England) or equivalent

Job description

Are you an experienced senior support worker or deputy manager who is looking for a new direction?

Hours: full time, permanent

Shifts: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Pay rate: £36,000 to £41,000 per annum (depending on level of diploma held). Includes an on-call allowance of £1,500 per annum (in addition to standard salary)

We are looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable senior staff member to be seconded to our dedicated and highly valued Assessments Team.

Our Burton-Upon-Trent Assessments home delivers short term, therapeutic intervention and trauma support for 7 to 18 year olds.

Our assessment homes offer young people security, support, and stabilisation in a nurturing and peaceful environment over 12 weeks.

Every placement provides access to education and the opportunity to participate in an outdoor adventure programme.

This is the perfect role for a an experienced staff member who wants to explore progression to more senior roles within the organisation.

What We Can Offer a Children's Home Deputy Manager

We want our dedicated teams to feel valued and supported. Our benefits include (but are not limited to):

• A day off for your birthday (in addition to your holiday entitlement)
• Routes for progression and the opportunity to complete the Level 5 Residential Childcare qualification (which the company will fund)
• Induction training that is paid at the rate of the role (which while mandatory, is BILD accredited and offers a strong foundation to success within the role)
• Access to a company app that provides meaningful wellbeing benefits such as high street discounts, online medical support, financial advice and counselling
• Company values that put out staff and young people first

Essential Requirements For a Children's Home Deputy Manager

• A minimum of 2 years experience in a children's residential care home (within the last 5 years)
• At least 1 year in a role requiring the supervision and management of staff working in a care role
• Level 3 Diploma (or above) in Residential Childcare (England) or equivalent
• Thorough knowledge of Ofsted regulations and expectations, relevant legislation and Quality Standards
• Excellent communication and team leader skills.
• A full, UK driving licence issued in the UK
• Right to work in the UK with no restrictions
• Candidates must be over the age of 21 to meet industry regulations
• A keen interest in the outdoors is essential, activities experience/qualifications are desirable.

Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices. Due to industry regulations, applicants must be over 21 and have right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship.

All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference.