Deputy Residential Manager - Children's Care Home

The Witherslack Group; Hartlepool; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Hartlepool is seeking a Deputy Manager to ensure a safe and motivating home environment for young people. You will help manage daily operations and support the team while bringing a passion for making a difference. Candidates must have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and at least 2 years of relevant experience. The role offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including bonuses and training opportunities.

Benefits

Salary: £41,341 - £47,919

Attendance allowance up to £1,400/year

£1,000 Welcome Bonus upon probation

£1,000 Loyalty Bonus after 12 months

7 weeks' holiday

Flexible benefits for holiday, pension, and insurance

Meals provided at work

Referral bonus scheme: £1,000 per successful referral

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in residential childcare with supervisory experience.
• Full UK driving license held for at least 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Ensure home environment is secure, safe, and motivating.
• Assist in managing daily operations and supporting the team.
• Maintain high standards to enable young people to develop.

Skills

Leadership

Passion for making a difference

Knowledge of residential childcare

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (England)

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (desirable)

Job description

Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day-to-day life, supporting them through both high and low moments. As a Deputy Manager, you will help ensure the home environment is secure, safe, and motivating for both staff and young people. While there will be challenges, you'll also experience rewarding moments that feel like significant victories.

Our homes cater to young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs, aiming to create the best possible outcomes through a holistic approach involving psychologists, occupational therapists, and other clinical team members, ensuring a joined-up service in SEND.

By assisting in managing daily operations, supporting the team, and maintaining high standards, you enable young people to reclaim their childhood and develop pathways to become well-rounded adults.

We require a minimum of 2 years' experience in residential childcare, including supervisory experience.

What we do for you

At Witherslack Group, we celebrate diversity, reflecting the backgrounds of the young people we support. We offer opportunities to build an exciting career in a growing organization, where you can achieve your potential.

What we need from you

• A committed and enthusiastic leader passionate about making a difference
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (England)
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (desirable, provided if needed)
• A full UK driving license held for at least 12 months

Join the UK's best special education and care provider

Our young people deserve the best, and so do our teams. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare, requiring an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all community sections.

In return, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Salary: £41,341 - £47,919
• Bonuses: Attendance allowance up to £1,400/year, £1,000 Welcome Bonus upon probation, £1,000 Loyalty Bonus after 12 months
• Training: 4-week induction on our Care Academy
• Holiday: 7 weeks' holiday
• Progression: Many managers have been promoted from within
• Flexible benefits: options to adjust holiday, pension, and insurance
• Wellbeing tools and employee assistance
• Medical cover for opticians, dentists, and high-street discounts
• Meals provided at work
• Modern facilities and environments
• Referral bonus scheme: £1,000 per successful referral

We know you're going to do great things. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!