Deputy Manager

Suffolk County Council; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk County Council seeks a Deputy Manager for their Residential Children's Home in Lowestoft. This role involves leading a dedicated team to improve the lives of vulnerable children. Candidates should have at least 2 years' experience in a residential setting, offer support to the management, and be committed to high-quality care. Benefits include a competitive salary, training opportunities, and a comprehensive pension scheme.

Benefits

Minimum of 23 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme membership

Flexibility in working options

Fully funded Level 5 Diploma opportunities

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience working with children in a residential setting within the last 5 years.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Children Act and Quality Standards.
• Experience of being a role model when working with children or young adults.

Responsibilities

• Support the manager in improving outcomes for children.
• Lead a team of residential childcare workers.
• Maintain management duties and responsibilities.

Skills

Good communication skills

Emotional resilience

Creativity

Flexibility

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

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Job Description

• Suffolk County Council - Lowestoft, Suffolk / Onsite
• £39,513 plus £3,293 Residential Enhancement Allowance
• 37 Hours per week
• Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join theSCC (Suffolk County Council), Residential Children's Home in Lowestoft, as a Deputy Manager.

We are seeking an individual with the ability to support the manager in driving through changes to improve outcomes for children and lead in the managers absence. You will promote good practice and have an influence on developing a clear vision for the home. You will have the ability, creativity and commitment to deliver a high-quality care service for some of the most vulnerable children in our community.

In this role where no two days are the same, you will lead a team of residential childcare workers whilst maintaining all your management duties and responsibilities within the home. You will be part an on-call system for evenings and weekends. In addition, you will understand how to encourage and support children and young people to make positive changes and fulfil their potential as well as motivate a team.

Please note that in addition to your salary, you will receive payment for any on call duties performed as management cover.

You will:

• bring your personality, skills, and experience to help our children and young people develop, grow and have fulfilling lives
• be keen to take forward key priorities for the home as part of the management team, working closely with staff as a role model
• gain invaluable experience within Suffolk Residential that will enhance your career within Social Care and support you to find permanent employment within Suffolk or outside our organisation
• be self-driven, flexible and emotionally resilient
• have the opportunity to apply for a fully funded Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for residential Childcare to enhance career development and succession within the home

You will need:

• a minimum of 2 years' experience working with children in a residential setting within the last 5 years
• to demonstrate a good knowledge of the Children Act, Quality Standards, and the Children's Homes regulations
• experience of being a role model when working with children or young adults
• the ability to work as part of management team
• good communication skills and a strong team ethos
• a commitment to training and development
• to hold a UK driving licence
• to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• to be self-motivated and to be able to work without constant supervision
• to have experience of solution focused approaches in practice
• to hold a suitable practitioner level qualification at Level 5 or; equivalent experience in a relevant area or be committed to achieve this qualification within 2 years of employment.

Our residential homes are open 365 days a year and you will need the ability to work flexibly (shift work and weekend working are a core part of the role, including bank holidays)

In addition to the salary, Suffolk County Council offer a minimum of 23 days annual leave and membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme which will give you a future income independent of share process and fluctuations, life cover for your spouse, civil partner or eligible co-habiting partner.

Working for Suffolk County Council you will be entitled to travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits enjoyed by all employees.

Travelling and work requirements for your role

In this role, you will be required to attend meetings in other areas of the County, so you must either hold a full and current driving licence (or be working towards this) or meet the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means. If you require a reasonable adjustment due to a disability to meet the travel requirements of this role, please speak with the contact(s) detailed below.

This role will be worked from a fixed-base, listed in the job details above. If you wish to discuss how that might impact your working arrangements, please contact the recruiting manager listed above. #LI-Onsite

For more information

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Jason McMaster (Children's Home Manager) on 07715 201269.

How to apply

Step 1 - read the advert and the Job and Person Profile (JPP)

Step 2 - complete the Supporting Statement template

Step 3 - Upload your CV (Curriculum Vitae) andcomplete the short online application form.

Closing date: 26 June 2025

If you are selected for an interview but are not available this week, please make contact to arrange an alternative.

You will be required to attend a Warner Interview for this position as part of the recruitment process.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.

About Us

As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We're driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.

In return, you'll enjoy:

• up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
• membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
• performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
• training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
• a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
• diverse and active staff networks
• flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day

Plus lots more!

If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).