Lead Residential Manager – Children's EBD Home

Brook Street; Swinton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Brook Street in Manchester (Walkden) seeks a Deputy Manager for a 2-bedded EBD home supporting children with emotional and social care. You will work with the Registered Manager to create a warm, safe environment and to oversee day-to-day operations.

You will lead a team, develop care plans, manage admissions, and maintain staffing with on-call support. A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Care is essential; Enhanced DBS desirable; 40–48 hour weeks with shift flexibility.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 Diploma in Residential Care
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Experience in care planning and safeguarding

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and manage home operations with Registered Manager
• Lead and support Senior and Residential Practitioners
• Oversee admissions and review of individual care plans
• Maintain staffing levels and effective team communication
• Identify training needs and ensure staff meet home needs
• Support on-call duties for emergencies and liaise with social services

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Care planning

Safeguarding

Communication

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Care

Job description

Brook Street in Manchester (Walkden) seeks a Deputy Manager for a 2-bedded EBD home supporting children with emotional and social care. You will work with the Registered Manager to create a warm, safe environment and to oversee day-to-day operations.

You will lead a team, develop care plans, manage admissions, and maintain staffing with on-call support. A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Care is essential; Enhanced DBS desirable; 40–48 hour weeks with shift flexibility.