About the Role
We're looking for an experienced Deputy Manager to join our residential home for young people aged 8-17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). You'll combine hands-on work with young people with day-to-day leadership of the team, stepping up to manage the home in the Registered Manager's absence and ensuring care meets Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
Pay & Hours £45 per sleep-in | Approximately 160 hours per month
What You'll Be Doing
Leading and managing the home effectively in the Manager's absence
Supervising, appraising and developing colleagues, including inductions and personal development plans
Overseeing health and safety, including risk assessments and safe working practices
Supporting budget management - monitoring expenditure, petty cash, agency use and occupancy levels
Maintaining a safe, homely environment that meets regulatory and quality standards
Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people, contributing to care planning and reviewsWhat We're Looking For
At least 1 year's experience as a Senior Residential Care Worker in a children's home setting
Level 3 in Children's and Young People's Workforce (required); Level 5 desirable
Strong understanding of safeguarding and the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
Proven ability to lead shifts, supervise colleagues and support their development
Full UK manual driving licence
Genuine care and compassion for looked-after children
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-insWhy Join Us?
Real Living Wage employer with competitive pay rates
Generous refer-a-friend scheme
Life assurance and financial wellbeing service
Tastecard, Blue Light Card and MyGym discounts
Comprehensive induction programme (face-to-face, online and shadowing)
Therapeutic training and support via our SHINE programme
Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities
Free, confidential employee assistance programme
Supportive management and senior leadership teamIf you're ready to make a real difference to young people's lives call me!
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
Salary description
£16.50 - £16.50 per hour