Deputy Home Manager

Additional Resources; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK seeks an experienced Deputy Children's Home Manager to support a team and provide high-quality residential care to children. This full-time role includes responsibilities such as overseeing operations, fostering a nurturing environment, and ensuring compliance with safeguarding standards. Career progression opportunities to a registered manager role are available, along with generous salary and benefits.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Access to Level 5 qualification in leadership and management

Pension scheme

Healthcare benefits

Employee well-being services

Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Experience as a Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager, or Childcare Manager.
• Knowledge of emotional and behavioral difficulties (EBD).
• Strong commitment to high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the home.
• Lead and support your team.
• Act as point of contact in the manager’s absence.
• Foster a positive environment for children.

Skills

Emotionally supportive care

Team leadership

Mentoring

Safeguarding

Education

NVQ Level 3 or above in Children and Young People

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Deputy Children's Home Manager to join a well-established, family-oriented care provider. This organisation is committed to providing high-quality residential care and support to children and young people, ensuring their needs are met in a safe, nurturing environment.

As Deputy Children's Home Manager, you will be responsible for supporting and mentoring your team, stepping into the manager’s role in their absence, and making a positive impact on the lives of the children in your care.

This full-time permanent role offers a salary range of £34,590 - £36,670 and benefits. They would consider team leaders and senior level candidates as well.

You will be responsible for:

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring high standards of care are maintained.
• Lead by example, providing guidance and support to your team.
• Act as the point of contact in the manager’s absence, ensuring the smooth running of the home.
• Foster a positive environment for children with complex needs and challenging behaviour.
• Monitor and evaluate staff performance, providing regular feedback and support.
• Assist with safeguarding and ensuring all regulatory standards are met.

What weare looking for:

• Previously worked as a Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager, Childcare Manager, Care Manager, Home Manageror in a similar role.
• Knowledge of emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) and complex / challenging behaviours.
• NVQ Level 3 or above in Children and Young People (or equivalent).
• A strong commitment to delivering high-quality care and safeguarding.
• A current UK Driving Licence.

Shift:

• 40 hours per week
• Monday to Sunday with circa 10 sleep-ins per month

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Career progression opportunities towards registered manager.
• Access to a Level 5 qualification in leadership and management.
• Regular appraisals and personal development opportunities.
• Pension scheme and healthcare benefits, including dental and optical care, virtual GP services, and more.
• Employee well-being services including face-to-face counselling and discounts on gym, retail, and leisure activities.
• Blue Light Card

This is an excellent opportunity for a Deputy Home Manager to make a lasting impact in a supportive environment.

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