Job Description

Job Overview

Welcome to Fosse Children's Services! We're seeking an experienced Deputy Manager to join our vibrant residential children's home. In this role, you'll help create a safe, nurturing space for young people to thrive while empowering our team to deliver exceptional care. Working closely with our Registered Manager--and stepping in as their right hand when needed--you'll ensure high standards in care, safeguarding, and compliance. Bring your positivity, empathy, and resilience to help us build a culture that uplifts both young people and staff every day!

Duties & Responsibilities

Team Leadership

: Oversee staff and lead shifts, ensuring consistent and effective care

Safeguarding

: Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead in the Registered Manager's absence, ensuring child safety and well-being.

Operations Management

: Maintain high standards of care and regulatory compliance

Staff Development

: Mentor and support staff, including in induction, care planning, and professional growth.

Placement & Documentation

: Assist with placement planning, safeguarding, and reporting, ensuring accurate record-keeping.

Relationship Building

: Develop supportive relationships with young people, fostering their identity and emotional growth.

Well-being & Inclusion

: Encourage positive behaviours and healthful activities for young people's social and emotional development.

Family & Community Support

: Facilitate family interactions and coordinate with other agencies for holistic care.

Household Responsibilities

: Participate in daily tasks and enforce health, safety, and fire protocols.

Quality Assurance

: Conduct audits and assessments to maintain and improve care standards.

On-Call

: Take part in the on-call rota as needed.

Skills & Qualifications

Education

: NVQ/Diploma Level 3 in Working with Children & Young People, GCSE (or equivalent) in English/Math, strong IT skills, and readiness to pursue Level 5 Leadership Diploma.

Experience

: Minimum two years in a supervisory role within residential care.

Knowledge

: Familiarity with Children's Homes Regulations, Social Care Common Inspection Framework, safeguarding, and person-centred planning.

Skills

: Strong communication, organisational, and administrative skills with the ability to manage workload, delegate, and handle challenges.

Personal Qualities

: Role model behaviour, inclusivity, and support for children with additional needs.

Commitment to Trauma-Informed Care

: Foster empathy, resilience, and self-reflection.

Benefits

An amazing work-life balance Competitive salary Fully paid training/induction prior to starting in the home Performance and referral bonuses Monthly staff recognition and reward schemes A supportive and fun team with a wealth of experience Clear career progression pathways and development opportunities Employee Assistance Programme - Free access to health & wellbeing support DBS cost included
We pride ourselves on our employee satisfaction and we'll do everything we can to support you in your new and rewarding role as a Fosse Deputy Manager. Apply today and we'll get you started as soon as we can!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 15.10 per hour

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 15.10 per hour

Application question(s):

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Work Location: In person