Children's Home Deputy Manager. Job in Barton Mills Education & Training Jobs

Gap Healthcare; Barton Mills; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Deputy Manager to join their Residential Children's Home. This role offers the chance to support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality, trauma-informed care while advancing your leadership career. You will supervise a dedicated team, ensuring a nurturing environment for young people to thrive. With over 50 years of experience, the organization is committed to providing exceptional care and support to vulnerable youth. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives and possess the necessary qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

31 days annual leave

Option to purchase additional leave

Company-funded qualifications and training

Enhanced sick pay

Medical cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Family-friendly leave policies

Pension with salary sacrifice

Life assurance (3x salary)

Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in a social care-related subject is essential.
• Proven leadership and team management experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day management of the home.
• Supervise and motivate a team of Support Workers.
• Champion high standards of care and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Effective leadership skills

Team management

Support for young people with complex emotional needs

Education

NVQ Level 3 in social care

Job description

gap healthcare is recruiting on behalf of our client for a compassionate and experienced Deputy Manager to join a Residential Children s Home in Bury St. Edmunds. This is a fantastic opportunity to support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality, trauma-informed care while developing your leadership career in children s social care.

About the Client

Our client is a forward-thinking, non-profit organisation that has provided specialist care and support to vulnerable young people across East Anglia for over 50 years. Their services include residential homes, a fostering agency and support for disabled children and their families.

The Role

As Deputy Manager, you ll work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure the home runs smoothly and continues to meet the highest standards of care and compliance. You ll supervise and support a team of Support Workers, promoting a nurturing environment where children and young people can thrive physically, emotionally and socially. You ll also help ensure the service meets Ofsted requirements and all safeguarding, health & safety and regulatory standards.

Salary: £33,428 per annum, rising to £34,980 following successful completion of probation. Maximum job rate £37,130 performance related

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the day-to-day management of the home
• Supervise and motivate a team of Support Workers
• Champion high standards of care and regulatory compliance
• Foster strong, positive relationships with young people
• Provide hands-on support where required, ensuring consistency and compassion
• Promote a culture of reflection, continuous improvement, and team development

Requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a social care-related subject (essential)
• Effective leadership and team management skills
• Confident in supporting young people with complex emotional needs

Benefits:

• 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with service
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Company-funded qualifications and training
• Enhanced sick pay
• Medical cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme
• Family-friendly leave policies
• Pension with salary sacrifice + Life assurance (3x salary)
• Blue Light Card reimbursement
• Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes
• Staff Consultation Forum to influence organisational direction
• Access to a wide range of wellbeing initiatives

For more information on this role please apply today or contact Taylor at gap healthcare Southend