Deputy Manager

THE CALDECOTT FOUNDATION LTD; Lincoln; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Career development

Health cashback

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Discounts

Cycle-to-work

Will writing service

Job summary

The Caldecott Foundation, near Lincoln, is seeking a Deputy Manager to lead a team of Residential Care Workers and ensure high-quality support for children in our care. You will oversee planning, monitoring and evaluating individual needs and act in the Registered Manager’s absence.

We look for compassionate, resilient leaders who can build trusting relationships, manage rotas, and work with local authorities.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Recent experience in children's residential care supervising staff
• Experience supporting young people with complex emotional/behavioural needs
• Knowledge of Care Standards and Children's Homes Regulations
• Experience in case management and care planning
• Experience managing budgets or financial processes

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with day-to-day running of the home
• Lead, mentor and develop the staff team
• Ensure high-quality care, safeguarding and behaviour support
• Oversee care planning and case management for young people
• Maintain a safe, nurturing and positive home environment
• Communicate effectively with local authorities, families and professionals
• Ensure policies, procedures and regulatory standards are met

Skills

Team leadership

Trauma-informed care

Communication skills

Rota management

Budgeting

Education

Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare

Job description

Deputy Manager

Locations: 1 vacancy near Worksop, Nottinghamshire | 1 vacancy near Lincoln, East Midlands

Salary & Sleep-in Payments

£39,357.24 – £47,821.80 (includes payment for 2 sleep-ins per week, dependent on experience and based on either our 39-hour or 45-hour contract options)

About Us

For over 110 years, The Caldecott Foundation has been helping children build a future. We provide homes, schools and therapeutic services for children and young people who have experienced trauma, adversity and disrupted relationships. We focus on creating safe, nurturing and playful environments where young people can develop life skills, grow in confidence, enjoy new opportunities and feel a genuine sense of belonging.

About the Role

As Deputy Manager, you will play a key role in leading, supporting and developing a team of Residential Care Workers, ensuring that every child in our care receives consistent, high-quality support.

You will help oversee all aspects of planning, monitoring and evaluating children’s individual needs, and you’ll be confident managing the home in the Registered Manager’s absence.

What Kind of Person We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is compassionate, resilient and committed to helping young people feel safe, valued and supported.

You’ll be able to:

• Build trusting, positive relationships with young people
• Stay calm and grounded in challenging situations
• Work collaboratively within a team and be open to learning
• Meet the physical and practical demands of the role (including working a rota and accompanying young people to activities)
• Drive Foundation vehicles to transport young people to appointments and activities
• Work confidently within a trauma-informed environment

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home
• Lead, mentor and develop the staff team
• Ensure high-quality care, safeguarding and behaviour support
• Oversee care planning and case management for young people
• Maintain a safe, nurturing and positive home environment
• Communicate effectively with local authorities, families and other professionals
• Ensure policies, procedures and regulatory standards are met

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• A Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (or an equivalent recognised qualification)
• Recent experience working in a children’s residential care setting, where you have supervised or led staff
• Experience supporting young people with complex emotional or behavioural needs
• Knowledge of the Quality Care Standards and Children’s Homes Regulations
• Experience in case management, including preparing care plans and contributing to reviews
• Experience managing budgets or financial processes

What We Can Give You

• 28 days’ holiday (including bank holidays), rising to 30 days after 3 years
• Career development, including funded qualifications
• Health cashback scheme (covering you and up to four children)
• Pension scheme with up to 5% employer contributions
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to retail, food and entertainment discounts
• Cycle-to-work scheme and will writing service

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels valued, respected and able to be themselves. The children and young people we support come from many different backgrounds, and we believe our workforce should reflect and celebrate that diversity. We welcome applications from people of all ages, backgrounds and lived experiences who share our commitment to helping children build brighter futures.

Please note, the Caldecott Foundation is committed to safeguarding children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check in line with safer recruitment guidelines.