Children's Home Deputy Manager

Deputy Manager – Residential Children’s Home - 4 Bed EBD

Salary: £30,888 per annum (36-hour contract) | £41,188 per annum (48-hour contract) 
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Location: Thorne, DN8

Benefits

£30,888 per annum for a 36-hour contract
£41,188 per annum for a 48-hour contract
Comprehensive induction and ongoing training programmes
Excellent career progression opportunities within the Hennessy Group
Company pension scheme
Discounted or free meals whilst on shift
On-site parking
Ongoing professional development and funded qualifications
Supportive management team and high staff-to-child ratios
Opportunity to work within a provider recognised for excellence in care
Enhanced DBS paid for by the employer
Qualifications and Experience

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
Minimum of 2 years’ experience within residential childcare
Previous experience in a supervisory or senior support role
Strong understanding of safeguarding and childcare legislation
Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
Resilient, confident, and able to make informed decisions under pressure
Flexible approach to shift work, including evenings and weekends
Full UK Driving Licence held for a minimum of 12 months
Key Responsibilities

Support the Registered Manager with the overall management of the children’s home
Lead shifts and oversee the daily operation of the service
Supervise, support, and develop residential care staff
Ensure high standards of care, safeguarding, and compliance are maintained
Assist with care planning, risk assessments, reviews, and case conferences
Monitor and maintain accurate records and documentation
Promote positive outcomes for children and young people through child-centred care practices
Support behaviour management and emotional wellbeing strategies
Participate in the staff rota, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins where required
Act as the lead person in the absence of the Registered Manager
To apply for this role, please contact Tabitha at Purosearch on (phone number removed) or send your CV for immediate consideration to (url removed)
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed