Deputy Manager - Children's home

Keys Group; Tonedale; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Real Living Wage minimum

NEST Pension Scheme

Paid training

Annual leave 28 days

Free DBS check

Job summary

Keys Group is seeking a Deputy Manager with recent Senior/Deputy experience in a Children's Home. You will lead by example, mentor your team, and support the Home Manager to deliver high-quality care for young people with emotional and behavioural needs.

The Wellington home, rated Good by Ofsted, offers a 3-bed residential setting. The role requires safeguarding expertise, driving licence, and a commitment to safeguarding and welfare, with DBS checks and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience in a Residential Children\'s home at Senior or Deputy level.
• NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Children and Young People.
• Knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding procedures.
• Experience with budgets and rotas.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and mentor your team.
• Support the Home Manager in daily operations.
• Ensure every young person receives care and guidance.
• Oversee safeguarding and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Budget management

Rotas planning

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Children and Young People

Level 3 qualification in Children's residential care

Job description

Requirements

• 2 years' experience working within a Residential Children's home either as a Senior or at Deputy level.
• NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Children and Young People
• Knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding procedures.
• Experience with budgets and rotas
• A full UK driving licence, Keys is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle are essential in this role.
• A minimum Level 3 qualification in Children's residential and experience within a Children's home environment is essential

Salary: £31,332 rising to £33,549 per annum DOE and qualifications plus an additional payment for sleep in

Make Every Day EPIC with Keys Group! Are you already a Children's Home Deputy manager or a Senior looking for your next move? At Keys, we're here to transform lives. Our mission is to make every day extraordinary for children and young people who have emotional and behavioural needs. We provide safe, stable, and nurturing homes where young people can grow, heal, and thrive. As Deputy Manager, you'll lead by example-mentoring your team, supporting the Home Manager, and ensuring every young person receives the care and guidance they need.

Our welcoming home in Wellington is a 3 bed, Ofsted rated Good you are looking for an opportunity to thrive then this is the job for you !!

Benefits and Perks

• Career Progression: We invest in your growth with clear paths to advance, including opportunities to become a Registered Manager.
• Competitive Salary: We offer the Real Living Wage as a minimum.
• Enhanced Pay Scales: Recognise both qualifications and experience with higher pay rates
• Family Support: Enhanced company maternity and paternity pay.
• Rewarding Job - Full of variety and enjoyment. No two days are ever the same
• Supportive Management - regular supervisions and appraisals to ensure you are enjoying life at Keys Group
• Regular Team Meetings - Include and contribute your ideas towards the progression of the service and have your voice heard as part of our regional management team
• Funded Qualifications - We fully fund and support you to obtain a range of QCF's opening up further career opportunities and extra pay
• Paid Training - Get paid to enrol in our sector leading training and level up your career
• Full Induction Program: Comprehensive introductory training to set you up for success.
• Amazing Discount Schemes - Access amazing deals with the Hapi App & Blue Light Card
• NEST Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our pension plan.
• Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance - Access advice and guidance through our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Staff Referral Scheme - Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you
• Circle App - internal communications on the next level, be part of something special
• Annual Leave: 28 days of annual leave, including Bank Holidays entitlement
• Free Enhanced DBS Check

Why choose Keys for your career? Keys provide innovative care and education services to children and young people who have complex needs, emotional and behavioural difficulties or who display challenging behaviour. We try and make every day extraordinary for the children we care for and support, because we believe in every single one of.