Children’s Home Deputy Manager
Salary: £31,072–£32,900 per annum + sleep-in allowanceLocation: Crowland, PE6Home Size: TBC
Salary & Benefits
Basic salary between £31,072 and £32,900 per annum
£50 per sleep-in
Additional annual sleep-in earnings, depending on rota:
Approximately £3,150 based on 6 sleep-ins per month over 10.5 months
Approximately £5,250 based on 10 sleep-ins per month over 10.5 months
15-hour shifts, from 8am to 11pm, with sleep-in duties once the young people are settled
Three-week rolling rota, offering a planned shift pattern
What We’re Looking For
Ideally holds a Level 4 and Level 5 Diploma in Young People and Children
At least one year of experience in a similar role
Full UK driving licence with a clean driving record
Clean DBS check
Right to work in the UK
Strong communication, organisation and leadership skills
A genuine commitment to safeguarding and providing safe, nurturing care for children and young people
The ability to support staff and promote positive outcomes for young people
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the children’s home
Help ensure young people receive safe, consistent and child-centred care
Support the staff team, providing guidance and promoting good practice
Help maintain safeguarding standards and ensure concerns are recorded and escalated appropriately
Contribute to care planning, risk assessments and behaviour support strategies
Maintain accurate records and ensure care is delivered in line with relevant policies and procedures
Build positive relationships with young people, colleagues, families and external professionals
Support the development of a positive, structured and nurturing home environment
Work collaboratively with the management team to maintain high standards of care
Shift Pattern
The role follows a three-week rolling rota, with shifts running from 8am to 11pm. Once the young people are settled for the night, staff sleep on shift, wake at approximately 7:30am for a 30-minute handover, and finish by 8am.
Week 1: Monday and Thursday
Week 2: Tuesday, Friday and Sunday
Week 3: Wednesday and Saturday
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