Deputy Manager, Children's LD Home – Lead & Develop Care

Pharmacyupdate; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £34,840–£35,360 pa

Overtime rate £17.75 per hour

Sleep-in £50 per sleep-in

2 on / 4 off shift pattern

Career progression opportunities

Training and development programme

On-call leadership opportunities

Job summary

Pharmacyupdate in Luton seeks an experienced Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in a children's LD residential home. You will lead a dedicated staff team, ensure high standards of care and safeguarding, and contribute to a nurturing environment where young people can thrive.

This role offers progression opportunities, comprehensive training, and on-call leadership responsibilities to help grow your career in residential services.

Qualifications

• Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Previous experience within a Children's Residential setting.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and understanding of children's residential regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with overall management of the home.
• Lead and motivate staff to deliver outstanding care.
• Ensure safeguarding and regulatory standards are maintained.
• Assist with care planning, risk assessments and behavioural strategies.
• Participate in on-call management rota.
• Supervise staff, support development and performance management.
• Promote positive outcomes and independence for children and young people.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3/4 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Pharmacyupdate in Luton seeks an experienced Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in a children's LD residential home. You will lead a dedicated staff team, ensure high standards of care and safeguarding, and contribute to a nurturing environment where young people can thrive.

This role offers progression opportunities, comprehensive training, and on-call leadership responsibilities to help grow your career in residential services.