Deputy Children's Home Manager

Score Staffing Solutions Limited; Darlaston; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A reputable staffing agency is looking for a Deputy Children's Home Manager for a 6-bedded EBD home in Darlaston. The role involves leading a dedicated team, ensuring quality care for young people, and managing administrative tasks. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare and relevant leadership experience. A competitive salary package plus benefits is offered, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about child welfare.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Fully funded Level 5 in Leadership & Management

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience leading a team specifically within a children's home environment.
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.
• Ability to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager to operate the home to an excellent standard.
• Manage a staff team, conducting supervisions and appraisals.
• Develop and review Ofsted-required paperwork.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced shift leader within a Children's home and want to develop within an Outstanding Ofsted rated environment?

Role: Deputy Children's Home Manager
Home Type: 6 bedded EBD home (therapeutic PACE approach)
Location: WV5

Salary and benefits are in addition to basic pay, with a comprehensive package reflecting shifts, sleep-ins, and additional perks.

Package & Benefits

• Basic pay: £17-18 per hour, plus £66.55 per sleep-in
• Estimated package: Up to £41,272 per annum, based on 8 sleep-ins per month
• Enhanced Overtime Rate: +£2 per hour after 12 shifts
• Christmas Bonus: £400 - £700 per year in November payslip (home performance dependent)
• Private Healthcare: AXA (includes physiotherapist, chiropractor, osteopath or acupuncturist); health consultations; discount on dental care and glasses
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support including 8 counselling sessions
• Training & Qualifications: Fully funded Level 5 in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare; therapeutic PACE training
• Registration with Ayanay Psychological Accreditation (additional training/mentoring)
• Progression Opportunities: Real progression as the company expands with a second home
• Holiday: 5.6 weeks (28 days) of paid annual leave, including bank holidays, with potential to take up to 10 consecutive days

What Will The Role Entail?

As a Deputy Children's Home Manager, you will be the backbone of the staff team whilst on shift. You will draw on your experience in children's homes to lead a passionate team and ensure smooth operation of the home and delivery of high-quality care for young people.

The Successful Candidate Will Excel At:

• Supporting the Registered Manager to operate the home to an excellent standard, adhering to Ofsted's Children’s Home Act (2015), Quality Standards, and Safeguarding Procedures
• Managing a staff team, conducting supervisions and appraisals, and ensuring trainings align with Quality Standards
• Developing and reviewing Ofsted-required paperwork such as care plans, behaviour support plans, risk assessments, regulated “Reg” reports; attending LAC, EHCP, PEP and Pathway Planning meetings and reviews
• Communicating effectively with young people, colleagues, families, and external professionals
• Carrying out administrative tasks including health and safety checks, medication audits, rotas, finances; participating in recruitment and inductions
• On-call responsibilities; providing expert guidance during out-of-hours crises

Requirements

• 2+ years' experience leading a team specifically within a children's home environment
• Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence and access to a vehicle
• Flexibility to undertake the described shift pattern, including sleep-ins and on-call responsibilities
• A genuine passion for supporting the well-being and healthy development of young people and staff
• During recruitment, enhanced DBS check, references, and employment history verification will be completed in line with Safer Recruitment guidelines