Our Mission & Vision
Founded by an owner with a deep-rooted background in psychotherapy, our home was born out of a desire to do things differently. After years of witnessing the impact of trauma on children within the care system, our founder moved into the residential sector to add genuine, therapeutic value to young lives.
We are a specialized 2-bed home in Fallowfield with a heart-led mission: keeping siblings together. We believe that maintaining the bond between brothers and sisters is vital for healing and long-term stability. You will be joining a stable, expert leadership team with an experienced Registered Manager and Responsible Individual already in place to support your growth.
The Role
As Deputy Manager, you will be a cornerstone of our therapeutic environment. You will support the Registered Manager in creating a home that isn't just a placement, but a place of healing. You will lead a team of Residential Support Workers, ensuring that every shift is characterized by high standards of care, emotional intelligence, and regulatory excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Clinical Integrity
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Acting Authority: Assume full responsibility for the home’s operations in the absence of the Registered Manager.
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Role Modelling: Exemplify the home’s therapeutic philosophy, acting as a mentor to staff in how to manage complex behaviours with empathy and professional boundaries.
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Culture Building: Promote a positive, transparent workplace culture where staff feel supported and young people feel safe.
Service Delivery & Care Planning
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Sibling Advocacy: Ensure the unique needs of siblings living together are met through tailored care plans and emotional support.
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Supervision: Provide high-quality formal and informal supervision to the staff team, encouraging reflective practice.
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Safeguarding: Act as a champion for safeguarding, ensuring all procedures are followed rigorously to protect the young people in our care.
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Case Management: Oversee casework records, ensuring they are accurate, child-centred, and meet Ofsted’s "Good" and "Outstanding" criteria.
Administrative & Regulatory Excellence
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Ofsted Readiness: Assist in updating essential documentation (Statement of Purpose, Annex A) and support the RM during Regulation 45 reviews and Regulation 44 visits.
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Finance & Operations: Support the management of budgets and the creation of efficient staff rotas that prioritize the children's needs.
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Professional Presence: Represent the home with pride during Case Conferences, Reviews, and Planning Meetings.
Who You Are
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Experienced: You have a solid background in residential childcare and a deep understanding of Children’s Home Regulations.
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Trauma-Informed: You understand the impact of early childhood trauma and share our owner’s passion for therapeutic intervention.
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A Natural Leader: You can make decisive actions under pressure and know how to get the best out of a team.
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Committed: You are looking for a long-term role where you can truly see the impact of your work on the lives of siblings.
General Duties
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Participation in the home’s on-call system as required.
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Engagement in continuous professional development and senior management meetings