Join our Children’s Home as a Deputy Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career and turn children's lives around every day. The Orchard based in Taunton, Somerset, is a home for up to Three Children aged 6 to 11 years, upon admission. Our children have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)and a range of developmental traumas. As a deputy manager, you will be supporting the registered manager in the day to day running of the home and develop the team. Using our Attachment and Trauma Informed Care (ATIC) model, you will lead a dedicated team in a culture where children are respected, heard and involved in their own lives. You will understand therapeutic parenting principles well and be committed to achieving outstanding outcomes. Our children have often had many adults come in and out of their lives, adding to their trauma and feelings of rejection. Therefore, we are looking for a committed and dedicated Deputy Manager to join our Five Rivers family. You’ll be a natural at building a rapport with children, enjoy play & adventure and be someone full of empathy so you can understand and relate to the children you work with, providing them with a home full of love where they can grow, learn and thrive before moving on to a forever family. The Five Rivers leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the childcare sector. We source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities and prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you get the most out of your career. You will need to have at least two years of experience being in a leadership role working in a Children’s Residential Setting, hold your level 3 in Residential Childcare and if not already achieved, be willing to work towards your Level 5 leadership and management. You will also have a proven track record with Ofsted and an understanding of the legislative framework and SCCIF. Due to the location of the Home, a Driving Licence is essential. Part of the role involves some overnight stays in the home. You will need to do between 2 and 3 of these ‘sleep-ins’ per week, so the salary advertised includes the payment for an average of 8 sleep-ins per month. You receive an additional £50 per night for each sleep-in - if you completed eight sleep-ins per month, that's equivalent to £4800 p.a. Hours On average, 39 hours a week on a Rota Basis – some flexibility will be needed to ensure the smooth running of the home. As the Deputy Manager you will be on Rota 80% of your time and 20% of your time will be spent doing admin duties. Role Profile : Role Profile - Deputy Manager - April 2024.pdf Why Five Rivers? • 30 days (22 days plus 8 bank holidays) of annual leave (plus a holiday purchase scheme) • 3-week rolling rota given 6 weeks in advance. • £50 per sleep-in payment on top of your salary • Simplyhealth – medical cash-back plan • Ongoing training and support through our Learning & Development Team, with in-house and external trainers. • Employee Support programs, including 24/7 GP service, counselling, and advice. • Long Service award scheme. • Enhanced Maternity Leave package for mothers with over one year’s service. • Meals as part of a family when on shift • Blue Light card. • Refer a Friend bonus • Foster Carer Referral bonus Please make sure to apply. You can apply directly, fill out an application form, or call Caroline, our HR Recruitment Partner, on 07545 661471 for a confidential chat. Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.