Deputy Manager - The Holt

Knowsley Council; Holt; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Knowsley Council is recruiting a Deputy Manager for a residential children's home in the Knowsley area. You will support the Registered Manager and staff to deliver high quality care and ensure compliance with legislation and council policies.

You will hold the QCF Level 3 in Children and Young People, with a willingness to complete Level 5 Leadership and Management, and bring experience in residential settings. The organisation promotes flexible working and an inclusive, supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a residential setting.
• Good understanding of legislation and policies.
• Hold QCF L3 in Children and Young People; willingness to complete L5.

Responsibilities

• Support staff to deliver high quality care and support.
• Work with Registered Manager to ensure statutory compliance.
• Promote a safe, caring environment for children and young people.
• Contribute to flexible working arrangements as required.

Skills

Residential care experience

Leadership potential

Education

QCF Level 3 in Children and Young People

QCF Level 5 Leadership and Management (or willingness to complete)

Job description

Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024.

We are an Accredited employer under the Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.

Come join us and be part of our success

We are recruiting a Deputy Manager for one of our residential children's homes based in the Knowsley area. We provide accommodation for up to 3 children and young people.

The Deputy Manager will have experience of working in a residential setting.

You will work alongside the Registered Manager supporting staff to deliver high quality care and support. You will have a good understanding of legislation and work in line with company polices and procedures.

You must hold the QCF L3 Children and Young People. You should hold QCF L5 Leadership and Management or show willingness to complete.

• Are you passionate about making a real difference to the lives of children and young people
• Do you have the skills and experience to deliver child-focused individualised care and support
• Do you enjoy working in a fast paced environment where no two days are the same

If so, you may be the perfect candidate for this role

At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working. For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.

We welcome applications from residents and beyond, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.

Please note sponsorship is not available for this role.

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We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.

At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact Teri Hannon at [e-mail]

Interview will be held 22nd October 2026