Job Description

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Service

Location:

Bradford, West Yorkshire

Contract:

Full-time | Permanent | Shift-based including evenings and weekends

About the Role

We are looking for a committed and experienced Deputy Manager to join our children's residential service in Bradford, supporting children with learning disabilities. This is a vital leadership role within a nurturing, person-centred environment where children with complex needs are supported to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home Lead and supervise a team of residential support workers Ensure care plans are implemented, monitored, and regularly reviewed Promote positive outcomes through therapeutic, educational, and social support Maintain compliance with Ofsted standards and safeguarding protocols Participate in on-call duties and assist with rota planning

Requirements

NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People or equivalent (Level 5 desirable) Minimum 2 years' experience in a residential childcare setting Strong understanding of learning disabilities and complex behaviours Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What We Offer

Competitive salary and pension scheme Ongoing training and professional development Supportive leadership and a collaborative team culture Clear progression pathways within a growing organisation Employee wellbeing initiatives and recognition programs
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to 40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexitime Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme
Work Location: In person