Job: Deputy Manager - Childrens Residential Location: Nottingham Salary: £30k Position: 40 hours per week, rota based We are seeking an experienced and motivated Deputy Manager to join our clients Children's Residential team to support young people with emotional behavioural difficulties. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the day-to-day running of the home, supporting the Registered Manager in ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance with regulations. Key responsibilities: Assist the Registered Manager in daily operations Lead, supervise, and develop a team of Residential Care Workers Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including safeguarding policies and Ofsted standards Support young people in their personal development, emotional well-being and independence Manage and monitor care plans to ensure effective support tailored to individual needs Shift leading, including participating in an on-call rota when required Liaise with external agencies to include Social Workers, families promoting the best interests of children and young people Handle safeguarding concerns and incidents with professionalism and diligence Supporting the Manager to ensure the home operates within budgetary and financial guidelines Provide regular supervision and annual appraisals to senior care workers Provide on call cover and rota cover when needed Ensure processes are in place and adhered to in line with the requirements of Ofsted Quality Standards and regulations. Skills and Experience Minimum Level 3 or equivalent in Residential Childcare CQS Level 3, At least 2 years experience of working in a children's residential setting Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection and Ofsted regulations Leadership, communication and organisational skills Ability to work flexibly, including, evenings, weekends, and on-call duties A commitment to continuous professional development and improvement of care standards Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or willingness to work towards it Working Hours: Full-time with flexibility to work across a 7 day period including weekends and holidays. In return our client can offer an excellent basic salary, benefits and ongoing personal development.