Deputy Manager, Children's Home — Lead Care & Safeguarding

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

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.