Residential Deputy Manager

Bay View Child Care Limited; Morecambe; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay View Child Care Limited in the Morecambe area is seeking a Residential Deputy Manager to lead a small team and support up to four children aged 8–18 with social, emotional and behavioural needs. This role is 40 hours per week with earnings up to £40,519.67 per annum, including sleep-in shifts and a supportive, family‑friendly environment.

Working with the Registered Manager, you will share day‑to‑day leadership, develop staff, and ensure outstanding outcomes for the children in our care

Qualifications

• Passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people
• An effective leader who can motivate, support and develop others
• Experienced within residential childcare settings
• Confident managing challenging situations and making informed decisions
• Committed to maintaining high standards of care and regulatory compliance
• Able to build positive relationships with children, families and professionals

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day leadership and management of the home
• Deputise for the Registered Manager in their absence
• Promote positive outcomes and improve the lives of children and young people in our care
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations, Quality Standards and company policies
• Build and maintain positive relationships with families, local authorities, healthcare professionals and other external agencies
• Support, motivate and develop the staff team through supervision, guidance and performance management
• Contribute to creating a positive, inclusive and child-centred culture within the home
• Monitor and manage resources effectively, ensuring budgets are adhered to
• Promote safeguarding, health and safety and high standards of care at all times

Job description

Potential Earnings

Up to £40,519.67 per annum with sleep-in shifts

Specific Hours

40 hours per week

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate, dynamic and inspirational Residential Deputy Manager to join our established team at

Based within one of our welcoming children's homes in the Morecambe area, you will play a key role in supporting young people aged 8-18 who have social, emotional and behavioural needs. With a maximum of four young people per home, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day while helping to create a safe, nurturing and positive environment where children can thrive.

Working closely with the Registered Manager, you will help lead the day-to-day operations of the home, support the development of the staff team and ensure outstanding outcomes for the children and young people in our care.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day leadership and management of the home
• Deputise for the Registered Manager in their absence
• Promote positive outcomes and improve the lives of children and young people in our care
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations, Quality Standards and company policies
• Build and maintain positive relationships with families, local authorities, healthcare professionals and other external agencies
• Support, motivate and develop the staff team through supervision, guidance and performance management
• Contribute to creating a positive, inclusive and child-centred culture within the home
• Monitor and manage resources effectively, ensuring budgets are adhered to
• Promote safeguarding, health and safety and high standards of care at all times

About You

To be successful in this role, you will be:

• Passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people
• An effective leader who can motivate, support and develop others
• Experienced within residential childcare settings
• Confident managing challenging situations and making informed decisions
• Committed to maintaining high standards of care and regulatory compliance
• Able to build positive relationships with children, families and professionals

What We Offer

• Regular professional supervision and support
• Comprehensive induction, training and ongoing CPD opportunities
• Clear career progression and promotion opportunities
• Company pension scheme
• Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme
• Access to wellbeing support programmes through Exchange Provision

Bay View Childcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Bay View Childcare is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.