Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home
Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset (BS23)
Salary: £36,036 per annum (£18.48 per hour)
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Sleep-in rate: £70 per shift (additional to salary)
On-call allowance: £50 per shift (£75 if Level 5 qualified)
About the Role
We are recruiting for an experienced Deputy Manager to join a children's residential home in Weston-Super-Mare.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong Senior or existing Deputy Manager to step into a leadership role within a supportive and nurturing environment, working with young people aged 8-18 with complex needs and behaviours.
You will work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure the home delivers high-quality, safe and Ofsted-compliant care, while supporting and developing the staff team.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home
* Lead shifts and supervise staff to ensure safe and effective care delivery
* Promote safeguarding and ensure the welfare of all young people
* Support care planning, reviews, and regulatory compliance
* Contribute to achieving and maintaining GOOD or above Ofsted ratings
* Act as the lead in the absence of the Registered Manager
* Support staff through supervision, mentoring, and development
* Build strong relationships with external professionals and families
Shift Pattern & Working Structure
* Long day / sleep-in model
* 10:00am - 10:30am the following day (with sleep-in)
* Staff typically off duty by 11:00pm (overtime paid if exceeded)
* Minimum 1 office-based shift per week (more depending on service needs)
* Includes weekends and sleep-ins
* Participation in on-call rota (weekdays & weekends)
Sleep-in earnings (approx. per annum):
* 9 sleeps = £8,190
* 8 sleeps = £7,280
* 7 sleeps = £6,370
Requirements
Essential:
* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
* Level 5 in Leadership & Management (or working towards)
* Experience within children's residential care
* Strong knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted regulations
* Ability to lead shifts and manage staff effectively
* Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
* Previous Deputy Manager or Senior experience
* Experience supporting children with complex behaviours
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary + sleep-in payments
* Additional on-call payments
* Clear progression opportunities
* Supportive management structure
* Ongoing training and development
* Opportunity to make a real difference in young people's lives
About the Service
The home provides a safe, structured and nurturing environment, supporting young people to develop independence, emotional wellbeing and positive life outcomes. xxuwjjq
Care is delivered in line with Children's Homes Regulations and Ofsted standards, with a strong focus on therapeutic and child-centred approaches.
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If you are an experienced children's residential professional ready to take the next step into a Deputy Manager role, we would love to hear from you.