Job Description

Job Reference #

EDV/2025/HSA/84382

Location

Portway, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 0TE

Contract Type

Maternity Cover

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

26,954.00 - 28,595.00 Annually (Actual)


Plus additional enhancements for hours worked between 7pm and 7am.

Closing Date

11:59pm, 2nd Nov 2025

Positions Available

1

Interview Date(s)

Week commencing 3rd November

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About this Role

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with autism in a residential setting? Do you have experience in residential childcare and a commitment to high standards of care and safeguarding?


We are excited to offer an

internal secondment opportunity (for up to 12 months as maternity cover)

for the role of

Deputy Head of Residential Care

at Holbrook School for Autism. This is a fantastic chance to step into a leadership role and contribute to the continued excellence of our residential provision.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the Head of Residential Care in managing all aspects of the residential provision. Lead and support staff to ensure safeguarding and care standards are met. Play a key role in Ofsted inspections and ensure compliance with National Minimum Care Standards. Work directly with children and young people, planning activities and supporting their development. Liaise with families and professionals to ensure holistic support. Oversee medication administration and care planning. Contribute to staff development and training.

What We're Looking For:

NVQ Level 3 or higher in Residential Childcare. Experience working with pupils with severe SEN. Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills. A flexible, resilient, and positive approach to work. Commitment to the values of Esteem Multi-Academy Trust.

Application Process:

Before applying, please ensure you have discussed this opportunity with your headteacher and obtained their agreement. Applications submitted without prior approval may not be considered.


To apply, please submit an expression of interest, including:

A brief statement outlining your suitability for the role against the person specification for the role. Confirmation of headteacher support



If you have any questions or would like further information about the role, please contact

Esme Kavanagh Head of Residential Care 01332 880208.

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Contact Details

Esme Kavanagh Head of Residential Care

01332 880208

ekavanagh@holbrookschoolforautism.co.uk

Portway, Belper

Derbyshire

DE56 0TE
01332880208

info@holbrookschoolforautism.co.uk

http://www.holbrookschoolforautism.co.uk