Deputy Manager - Children's Residential (EBD)

Cpl UK; Northolt; Sur place; GBP 32 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

CPL UK is assisting with a Deputy Manager vacancy at a children's EBD home in Greenford, UB6. You will lead the staff team, deputise for the Registered Manager and drive trauma‑informed care for young people with emotional and behavioural needs.

The role requires two years’ supervisory experience in EBD residential care, Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, and solid safeguarding knowledge. A calm, confident leader is essential.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare is essential.
• Level 5 Diploma or progress towards it is desirable.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in children's EBD residential care at a supervisory level.
• A calm, confident leader with strong behaviour management skills.
• Sound safeguarding knowledge and Ofsted compliance awareness.

Responsabilités

• Deputise for the Registered Manager and lead the home in their absence.
• Lead, supervise and develop the staff team, including rotas and appraisals.
• Embed trauma‑informed, therapeutic approaches with young people.
• Oversee care plans, risk assessments, incident reporting and safeguarding.
• Ensure compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.

Connaissances

Leadership

Behaviour management

Safeguarding knowledge

Regulatory know‑how

Team development

Formation

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards it)

Description du poste

Our client, a well-established provider of children's residential care across London and the South East, is looking for an experienced Deputy Manager for its children's EBD home in Greenford, UB6. It's a chance to step into a leadership role in a home with a supportive senior team.

The role

• Deputise for the Registered Manager and lead the home in their absence
• Lead, supervise and develop the staff team, including rotas, supervisions and appraisals
• Embed trauma-informed, therapeutic approaches with young people with emotional and behavioural needs
• Oversee care plans, risk assessments, incident reporting and safeguarding
• Keep the home compliant with the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards, and support Ofsted and Regulation 44 visits

About you

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), essential; Level 5 or working towards it desirable
• At least 2 years' experience in children's EBD residential care, including at a senior or supervisory level
• A calm, confident leader with strong behaviour management skills
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
• Full UK driving licence preferred
• Enhanced DBS (or willing to obtain). Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available