Deputy Children's Manager - Residential Childcare
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: 41,036.49 - 41,651.39 per year
Working Pattern: 2:4 shift pattern with sleep-ins
Location: Adbaston, Stafford, ST20
About the Role
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Deputy Children's Manager to support the leadership of a residential childcare home and help provide high-quality, therapeutic care to children and young people.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced residential childcare professional with strong leadership skills, a commitment to best practice and a genuine desire to help young people thrive.
Your Responsibilities
As Deputy Children's Manager, you will:
Lead care practices within the home and deputise for the Registered Manager when required.
Oversee staff supervision, development and performance.
Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures and relevant regulatory requirements.
Work directly with children and young people to promote positive relationships and outcomes.
Plan shifts, allocate resources and support smooth day-to-day operations.
Support the development and implementation of individual care and therapeutic plans.
Work collaboratively with external professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people.
Promote an inclusive, nurturing and stable home environment.
Provide effective leadership and support to the residential care team.
Essential Requirements
We are looking for someone who has:
At least 1 year's experience in a supervisory or management role within residential care.
At least 2 years' experience working in residential childcare.
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or an equivalent qualification.
Willingness and ability to complete a Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification.
Excellent understanding of child development, trauma-informed practice and safeguarding.
Proven team leadership, organisation and delegation skills.
Strong knowledge of regulations and legal frameworks relating to residential care.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Confidence using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word and Excel.
A full UK driving licence.
Resilience, adaptability and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and sleep-ins.
A commitment to ongoing professional development.
Desirable Requirements
Level 5 qualification in Leadership & Management.
Experience managing staff performance and leading team development.
Working Pattern
This is a full-time position working a 2:4 shift pattern with sleep-ins.
Make a Difference
If you are an experienced residential childcare professional with strong leadership skills and a genuine passion for helping children and young people thrive, this is an opportunity to take the next step in your career while making a meaningful difference every day.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
