Job Title: Deputy Manager – Residential Child Care
Location: Waltham Abbey, Essex
Salary: £32,000 - £36,000 per year + Bonus scheme, Performance bonus, Yearly bonus
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Are you an experienced Deputy Manager with a background in Residential Child Care looking to take the next step up in your career? Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people?
We are looking for a dedicated, passionate, and enthusiastic individual to join our management team and support an exciting opportunity at our 4-bed residential home in Waltham Abbey, Essex. The home accommodates children aged 11-18 who are experiencing Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and up to £7,000 a year in bonuses
- Access to funded QCF Leadership & Management Diploma courses
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Supportive and hands-on Senior Management Team
- In-house clinical support for positive mental health and wellbeing
- Blue Light Membership
Successful Candidates Will Need:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a senior/team leader position within a residential childcare setting
- QCF Level 5 Leadership and Management Diploma or working towards completing it
- Minimum Level 3 or 4 in Residential Child Care (Children and Young People’s Workforce) or equivalent
- Experience leading and supervising a team within a residential child care setting
- Full UK Manual Driving License
Purpose of the Role:
- Responsible for shaping and delivering the residential home’s Statement of Purpose
- Provide high-quality care services that support the needs of the residents
- Advocate for the well-being of the children and provide strong leadership to staff
- Work towards managing the children’s home to an outstanding grade with Ofsted
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage an Ofsted Registered Residential Home in accordance with relevant legislation and policies
- Promote a safe, structured, and nurturing environment that supports the young person’s independence and life skills
- Support staff in achieving the highest standards of care for young people
- Oversee casework and administrative functions, evaluating performance
- Assist in recruitment processes, including interviewing and onboarding new staff
- Contribute to staff training and development to meet the needs of the young people
- Liaise with multi-disciplinary teams and commissioning authorities to ensure care needs are met
- Promote appropriate and therapeutic relationships with young people and families
- Manage financial and administrative procedures and work within budget
- Ensure all clinical practices and medication processes are in line with legislation
- Promote safeguarding and provide good quality care
Additional Duties:
- Participate in out-of-hours on-call rota and conduct unannounced visits
- Maintain a clean and safe environment, ensuring repair/maintenance issues are addressed promptly
- Ensure safe working practices in accordance with Health and Safety regulations
Requirements:
- QCF Level 5 (or equivalent) preferred
- 2 years’ senior/team leader experience in residential child care
Additional Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Application Question(s):
- Do you hold a minimum Level 3 or 4 in Residential Child Care (Children and Young People’s Workforce) or equivalent?
If you meet the requirements, please apply with your CV, and we will contact you if you are shortlisted.
Please note:
This position is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and appointment will be conditional upon a satisfactory DBS check.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and encourage everyone to join us and be themselves at work.
