Job Title - Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home
Location - Ely
Salary - £33,600 - £34,800 per annum (£16.60 - £17.20/hour) + £4,000 - £8,000/year sleep-in allowance
Contract Type - Full-time, Permanent (39 hours/week)
Job Overview
Are you passionate about transforming young lives and advancing your career? We're recruiting a Deputy Manager on behalf of our client to join a thriving children's residential home in Ely. This is your opportunity to support children with complex needs, emotional, and behavioural difficulties in a caring, innovative environment. With a competitive salary, exceptional training, and real progression opportunities, this role is perfect for an experienced professional ready to step up or a current Deputy Manager seeking a rewarding challenge.
Rewards and Benefits
* Attractive salary of £33,600 - £34,800 per annum, plus £4,000 - £8,000/year for sleep-ins.
* 28 days' annual leave, including bank holidays, to support your work-life balance.
* Fully funded qualifications (up to Level 5) to boost your career prospects.
* Enhanced pay scales that reward your experience and qualifications.
* Free meals provided during shifts-a tasty perk!
* Amazing discounts via an employee app and Blue Light Card (retail, holidays, and more).
* Company pension scheme to secure your future.
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay for family support.
* Wellbeing resources through an Employee Assistance Program (online and phone support).
* Free enhanced DBS check-covered by our client.
Key Responsibilities
* Collaborate with the Registered Manager to deliver outstanding care in a safe, loving home.
* Lead and inspire a team to provide therapeutic support tailored to each child's needs.
* Oversee daily operations, ensuring high standards and strategic development of the service.
* Act as a role model, fostering recovery, growth, and positive change for children and staff.
* Supervise and mentor team members, organising rotas and facilitating care-focused training.
* Manage budgets, resources, and compliance with Ofsted and safeguarding standards.
* Build trusting relationships with children, promoting their emotional and behavioural well-being.
* Coordinate with external professionals to enhance care provision.
* Work flexible shifts, including sleep-ins, to meet the home's 24/7 requirements.
Candidate Requirements
* At least 3 years' experience in a residential children's home setting.
* Solid understanding of Ofsted legislation, safeguarding, and childcare best practices.
* Proven leadership skills with a proactive, hands-on approach to team management.
* Experience managing budgets and rotas effectively.
* Full UK driving licence (essential for this role).
* Flexibility to work shifts, including sleep-ins, to support round-the-clock care.
* Enthusiastic, driven, and committed to excellence, passion, integrity, and caring.
* Strong communication skills to engage with children, staff, and external stakeholders.
About Our Client
Our client is a top-tier provider of innovative care and education services, dedicated to making every day extraordinary for children with complex needs. With a focus on therapeutic support and personal growth, they create nurturing homes where young people can flourish. They're also proud supporters of the Armed Forces, offering veteran-friendly policies and a peer support network.
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