Deputy Children’s Manager – Residential Childcare
Employment Type: Full TimeSalary: 41,036.49 – 41,651.39 per yearWorking Pattern: 2:4 shift pattern with sleep-insLocation: Adbaston, Stafford, ST20
About the Role
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Deputy Children’s Manager to support the leadership of a residential childcare home and help provide high-quality, therapeutic care to children and young people.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced residential childcare professional with strong leadership skills, a commitment to best practice and a genuine desire to help young people thrive.
Your Responsibilities
As Deputy Children’s Manager, you will:
* Lead care practices within the home and deputise for the Registered Manager when required.* Oversee staff supervision, development and performance.* Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures and relevant regulatory requirements.* Work directly with children and young people to promote positive relationships and outcomes.* Plan shifts, allocate resources and support smooth day-to-day operations.* Support the development and implementation of individual care and therapeutic plans.* Work collaboratively with external professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people.* Promote an inclusive, nurturing and stable home environment.* Provide effective leadership and support to the residential care team.
Essential Requirements
We are looking for someone who has:
* At least 1 year’s experience in a supervisory or management role within residential care.* At least 2 years’ experience working in residential childcare.* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or an equivalent qualification.* Willingness and ability to complete a Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification.* Excellent understanding of child development, trauma-informed practice and safeguarding.* Proven team leadership, organisation and delegation skills.* Strong knowledge of regulations and legal frameworks relating to residential care.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.* Confidence using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word and Excel.* A full UK driving licence.* Resilience, adaptability and the ability to work effectively under pressure.* Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and sleep-ins.* A commitment to ongoing professional development.
Desirable Requirements
* Level 5 qualification in Leadership & Management.* Experience managing staff performance and leading team development.
Working Pattern
This is a full-time position working a 2:4 shift pattern with sleep-ins.
Make a Difference
If you are an experienced residential childcare professional with strong leadership skills and a genuine passion for helping children and young people thrive, this is an opportunity to take the next step in your career while making a meaningful difference every day.
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