Job Description

Deputy Manager - 4-Bedded Children's Home

Location:

Benfleet

Salary:

35,000 - 38,000

Contract:

2 day on shift, 2 admin/office days per week

Are you an experienced

Senior Support Worker or Deputy Manager

looking for the next step in your career? Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of

children and young people

?

We are looking for a

dedicated and compassionate Deputy Manager

to help lead a

4-bedded children's home

in Benfleet. This is an exciting opportunity to support the

Registered Manager

, ensure high-quality care, and contribute to achieving

Good or Outstanding

Ofsted ratings.

About the Role

As

Deputy Manager

, you will play a key role in the

day-to-day running

of the home, supporting a

child-centred and therapeutic environment

where young people can feel safe, valued, and supported. You will lead the team in delivering

individualised care

, ensuring compliance with

Ofsted, safeguarding, and Children's Homes Regulations

.

Key Responsibilities

? Assist the

Registered Manager

in overseeing the home's daily operations.
? Lead, mentor, and develop staff to ensure the highest standards of care.
? Support and implement

care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour management strategies

.
? Ensure the home meets

Ofsted and safeguarding requirements

and maintains

regulatory compliance

.
? Foster a

positive and therapeutic environment

for children and young people.
? Build strong relationships with

social workers, families, and external agencies

.
? Support in maintaining

financial and operational performance

of the home.

What We're Looking For

? Experience as a

Deputy Manager or Senior Support Worker

in a children's home.
? Knowledge of

Ofsted regulations, safeguarding, and children's residential care

.
? A passion for working with

children and young people

with complex needs.
? Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
? Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards Level 5).

What We Offer

?

A rewarding career

with opportunities for progression to

Registered Manager

.
? Competitive salary with

performance-based incentives

.
? Supportive leadership and

ongoing professional development

.
? A chance to make a

real difference

in the lives of vulnerable children.

Apply Today!

If you are a motivated

Deputy Manager

looking for a new opportunity, we would love to hear from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 35,000.00-38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Discounted or free food On-site parking
Experience:

residential childcare: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Level 5 in Leadership and Managment (preferred) Level 3 in Children and Young People or Children's Workforce (required) Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Deputy Manager
Expected start date: 01/12/2025