Job Title: Deputy Children’s Home Manager
Location: Ilminster, Somerset
Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum
Hours: Primarily office hours (9 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday), with the flexibility to work shifts, including sleep-ins, to meet the needs of the business.
The ideal candidate will need to have had at least 2 years within the last 5 in a supervisory position within a children’s home.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Deputy Children’s Home Manager to assist in managing the day-to-day operations of a residential home for children and young people aged 10-18 years with social, emotional, and behavioural needs, specifically mental health challenges or behaviours that challenge others. This role requires a dedicated professional who is passionate about making a positive impact on young people’s lives.
The home provides care and accommodation for up to three children or young people of both genders.
The Deputy Children's Home Manager plays a vital role in supporting the Registered Manager in overseeing the daily operations of a residential children’s home, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for young people with mental health challenges and behavioural conditions.
This role involves leading and mentoring a team of support workers, implementing care plans, and ensuring that all safeguarding procedures and regulatory standards are met. The Deputy Manager will actively contribut...