Deputy Manager – Children's Residential Home

Deputy Manager – Children's Residential Home Location: North West Salary: £15- £19 per hour (depending on experience) Hours: Full Time Benefits * Competitive hourly rate of £15- £19 per hour * Night Time Allowance of £50.00 per sleep-in * Typical annual earnings of approximately £34,000 – £40,500 based on 37 hours per week and 6–8 sleep-ins per month * Ongoing training and professional development opportunities * Supportive management team and career progression pathways * Opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people About the Company We are a specialist provider of residential childcare services across the North West, committed to creating safe, nurturing and supportive environments for children and young people. Our homes focus on delivering high-quality care that promotes positive outcomes, personal development and emotional wellbeing. The Role We are seeking an experienced and motivated Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of our children's residential home. You will play a key role in ensuring the home operates in line with regulatory requirements, company policies and the highest standards of care. Key responsibilities include: * Supporting the Registered Manager with the effective operation of the home * Leading and motivating the staff team to deliver outstanding care * Ensuring safeguarding and child protection procedures are always followed * Supporting with staff supervision, development and performance management * Maintaining accurate records and contributing to care planning processes * Assisting with audits, inspections and regulatory compliance * Acting as a positive role model for both staff and young people * Deputising for the Registered Manager in their absence Person Specification To be successful in this role, you will have: * Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Caring for Children and Young People (or equivalent) * A minimum of 3–4 years' experience working within a residential childcare setting or equivalent * Strong knowledge of safeguarding, childcare legislation and residential care standards * Previous experience supervising or leading staff teams * Excellent communication and organisational skills * The ability to build positive relationships with children, young people and professionals * A flexible and proactive approach to supporting the needs of the service