Deputy Manager (Children's Home)

Square Logik LTD; Brighton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary £35,000–£38,000 p.a

Monday to Friday shifts

Optional sleep-ins

Funded training & career development

Birthday day off (optional)

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aider

Long Service Awards

Nest Pension Scheme (employer 3%, empl

Job summary

Trust Care Management in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated Deputy Manager for its Children’s Residential Home. You will support the Registered Manager, lead the staff team and ensure children receive high-quality, nurturing care.

The role offers a stable Monday–Friday pattern with 8-hour shifts, optional sleep-ins, funded training and development, and clear opportunities for progression within a supportive, child-centred organisation.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in residential childcare.
• Experience in a senior or leadership capacity within children's residential care.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and familiarity with relevant legislation.
• Genuine commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Registered Manager with day-to-day running of the home.
• Provide leadership and support to the residential care team.
• Ensure high-quality, person-centred care for children.
• Support staff performance, supervisions, team meetings and development.
• Maintain accurate records, reports and documentation.
• Support inspections, audits and safeguarding processes.
• Promote positive outcomes and development for children.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safeguarding knowledge

Team management

Emotional resilience

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Trust Care Management is looking for a motivated, dedicated and experienced Deputy Manager to join our Children's Residential Home.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about children's residential care, with the leadership skills and experience to support the Registered Manager, lead the staff team and ensure children receive high-quality, nurturing and consistent care.

We believe in recognising, rewarding and investing in our staff. As part of our team, you will benefit from:

• Competitive salary of £35,000–£38,000 per annum.
• Monday-to-Friday working pattern, generally consisting of 8-hour shifts.
• Optional sleep-in opportunities to earn additional income.
• Additional shifts available, paid at an agreed hourly rate.
• Funded qualifications and opportunities for career development.
• Funded mandatory training and bespoke professional development.
• Optional birthday day off.
• Blue Light Card – access to exclusive discounts and offers.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to a Mental Health First Aider.
• Long Service Awards.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression.
• Nest Pension Scheme (3% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution).
• Paid DBS (terms and conditions apply).
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

At Trust Care Management, we are committed to providing a safe, supportive and nurturing environment where children and young people can thrive.

We believe in putting children first, supporting our staff and promoting positive outcomes through high-quality, child-centred and trauma-informed care.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the Children's Home.
• Providing leadership, guidance and support to the residential care team.
• Ensuring children and young people receive high-quality, consistent and person-centred care.
• Supporting children with diverse needs, including Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, policies and safeguarding requirements.
• Supporting the development, implementation and review of individualised care plans and risk assessments.
• Building positive relationships with children, families, social workers and external professionals.
• Supporting staff performance, supervisions, team meetings and professional development.
• Promoting a positive and supportive team culture.
• Maintaining accurate records, reports and documentation.
• Supporting the Registered Manager with inspections, audits and quality assurance.
• Responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns, incidents and challenging situations.
• Promoting children's independence, education, emotional wellbeing and personal development.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Compassionate and passionate about improving the lives of children and young people.
• A confident leader who can motivate, support and develop a residential care team.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting positive outcomes for children.
• An excellent communicator who can build professional relationships with families and external professionals.
• Organised, proactive and able to make appropriate decisions under pressure.
• Flexible, adaptable and willing to respond to the changing needs of the home.
• Dedicated to maintaining high standards of care and continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Previous experience working within a residential childcare setting.
• Experience in a senior or leadership capacity within children's residential care.
• Good knowledge of safeguarding, children' legislation and relevant regulatory standards.
• Experience supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• A genuine commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

WORKING HOURS & ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

• The Deputy Manager position is based on 40 contracted hours per week, generally working 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday.
• Flexibility is essential, as the role may occasionally require adjustments to working hours to meet the needs of the home, support the staff team and ensure the effective running of the service.
• Optional Sleep-Ins: Sleep-in shifts are available but are entirely optional and are not a requirement of the Deputy Manager role.
• Additional Shifts Available: Opportunities to pick up additional shifts are available, subject to service requirements and availability.
• Additional Hourly Pay: Any additional shifts undertaken will be paid at an agreed hourly rate.

INCLUSIVITY STATEMENT

Trust Care Management is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment.

We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and disabled individuals.

We believe diversity strengthens our team and helps us provide the best possible care and support to the children and young people we look after.

Join Trust Care Management and become part of a team committed to making a real difference!

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