Deputy Manager

YourRecruit Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Training & development

Supportive management

Impactful work

Job summary

YourRecruit Ltd is recruiting a Deputy Manager for a Children's Residential Home in Greenwich. You will support the Registered Manager, lead shifts, safeguard children and drive high-quality care for young people with complex needs.

We seek an experienced leader with a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, strong communication, and a full UK driving licence. The role offers a 40-hour week and salary between £40,000 and £45,000, with ongoing development and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior residential role or management position.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Commitment to high standards of care and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with day-to-day running of the home.
• Deputise in the Registered Manager's absence.
• Lead, motivate and supervise staff to maintain a positive culture.
• Safeguard and promote welfare of children and young people.
• Ensure high-quality, person-centred care and outcomes.
• Lead shifts, manage rotas and supervise the team.
• Maintain records and ensure safeguarding procedures are followed.
• Build relationships with families, social workers and professionals.
• Participate in on-call rota and flexible service delivery.

Skills

Driving Licence

Leadership

Communication

Team Motivation

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Deputy Manager Children's Residential Care

Our client is seeking an experienced Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day leadership of a Children's Residential Home. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about delivering outstanding care and making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs.

The successful candidate will help ensure the home provides a safe, nurturing and supportive environment, maintaining high standards of care and compliance with Children's Homes Regulations and Ofsted requirements.

Location: Greenwich
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
Hours: 40 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home.
• Deputise in the Registered Manager's absence.
• Lead, motivate and supervise the staff team, promoting a positive and supportive culture.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people at all times.
• Ensure high-quality, person-centred care and positive outcomes for young people.
• Lead shifts, oversee staff rotas and support the development of the team through supervision and mentoring.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure policies, procedures and safeguarding practices are followed.
• Build positive relationships with families, social workers and external professionals.
• Participate in the management on-call rota and work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in a Senior Residential Support Worker or management role within a children's residential setting.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• A passion for improving outcomes for children and young people.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Experience managing safeguarding, risk and challenging situations.
• Ability to inspire and support a high-performing team.
• Good IT, administration and record-keeping skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards).
• Previous experience supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties.

What's on Offer

• Career progression opportunities.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive management team.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people.

YourRecruit Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender or disability and complies with all relevant UK legislation.