Deputy Manager – Residential Children's Home

Location: Castleford, WF10 
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum, depending on qualifications
Sleep-ins: £60 per sleep-in, with an average of 8 sleep-ins per month

Salary & Benefits

• £34,000–£39,000 per annum, dependent on qualifications.
• £60 per sleep-in, with an average of 8 sleep-ins per month.
• 248 hours annual leave per year.
• Bank holidays paid at time and a half.
• Opportunities to pick up additional shifts and enhanced-rate overtime.
• Enrolment into company pension scheme.
• Comprehensive paid induction and ongoing training.
• Excellent career development and progression opportunities.
• £500 Refer a Friend bonus.
• Monthly recognition awards.
• Day off for your birthday in addition to annual leave.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Employee discounts and offers.
• Food provided whilst on shift.
• Free parking.
• Access to a holiday home in the Peak District.
• Casual dress code.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in the effective day-to-day management of the children's home.
• Help shape and maintain a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment for children and young people.
• Support the development of a positive, child-centred culture across the home.
• Lead, supervise and support the residential care team, promoting high standards of practice.
• Help develop staff and encourage continuous professional development.
• Ensure children with EBD, trauma and complex needs receive consistent, high-quality care.
• Promote positive outcomes for children and young people through a therapeutic and person-centred approach.
• Support the Registered Manager in maintaining compliance with Ofsted regulations, expectations and best practice.
• Provide effective leadership and guidance to staff and act as a positive role model.
• Support safeguarding and ensure the welfare and individual needs of children remain paramount.
• Work collaboratively with the Registered Manager and wider professional network to ensure children receive appropriate support.
• Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the home.

Requirements & Experience

• Minimum of two years' experience within a residential children's home within the last five years.
• Minimum of 12 months' supervisory experience within a children's residential care setting.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• In-depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations, expectations and best practice.
• Strong understanding of therapeutic and person-centred approaches to childcare.
• Experience supporting children with EBD, trauma and complex needs is essential.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Full right to work in the UK without restrictions.
• Applicants must be aged 21 or above due to industry regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting positive outcomes for children and young people.
• Successful appointment will be subject to enhanced disclosure, right-to-work and reference checks in line with safer recruitment requirements.

To apply for this role, please contact Tabitha at Purosearch on 01904 570050 or send your CV for immediate consideration to t.wagstaff@purosearch.com.