Deputy Manager

Job Title: Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home

Location: North of Banbury (OX17)

Salary: £37,562 – £38,827 per annum

Hourly Rate: £18.06 – £18.67 per hour

Working Hours / Shift Pattern: 40 hours per week. Flexibility required to cover shifts and sleep-ins when needed. Participation in the on-call rota required.

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Sleep-ins: As required by the needs of the home | £46.01 per sleep

Service: Children's Residential Home

Service Users: Young people aged up to 18 years

Qualifications Required: QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent

Experience Required: Previous experience working with children and young people in a leadership role within a residential or similar setting

The Home:

Number of beds: 3

Ofsted rating: Good

Situated in the village of Middleton Cheney, near Banbury, this home provides a safe, nurturing and supportive environment for young people. The home benefits from a peaceful setting while remaining accessible from Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire and the West Midlands via excellent motorway links.

Who we are looking for:

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Deputy Manager who is passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes.

The successful candidate will:

• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home

• Safeguard and promote the welfare of young people in line with Ofsted regulations and company policies

• Coach, support and develop staff to maintain high standards of care

• Work collaboratively with external professionals and agencies

• Support admissions, risk assessments and care planning processes

• Promote positive behaviour, education and independence

• Complete records and documentation to a high standard

• Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the service

A full UK driving licence is essential.

Who you will be working for:

Our client is one of the UK's leading providers of children's residential care services.

Company type/size: Large national organisation

Number of homes: 56 children's homes and 2 semi-independent leaving care services

Other services: Semi-independent leaving care provision

Why this home & company:

This is an opportunity to join an established Good-rated home with the support of a large organisation that is committed to delivering high-quality care and positive outcomes for children and young people.

Progression:

Excellent career development opportunities with a salary increase after 12 months in post.

Training / qualifications:

Comprehensive training and structured career development pathways.

Benefits:

• Salary increase after 12 months in role

• Generous annual leave entitlement

• Option to purchase up to 5 additional days annual leave

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

• Healthcare and wellbeing support

• Digital GP access

• Annual health checks

• Mental health assessments

• Refer-a-friend scheme

• Blue Light Card access

• Retail, cinema and holiday discounts

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Subsidised activities and days out with young people

• Long service and attendance recognition awards

• Company pension

• On-site parking

• Sick pay

Culture:

A child-centred environment focused on providing emotional and practical support, helping young people develop confidence, life skills and independence.

Sponsorship is not available.

How to apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client’s dedicated team, apply today.

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For more information or to book a confidential chat, please contact: [email protected]