About the Role:
We are recruiting a committed and experienced Childrens Residential Home Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of a childrens residential learning disability service in the Burton-on-Trent area. The Deputy Manager will play a vital role in ensuring high-quality, child-centred care is delivered at all times in line with Ofsted regulations, safeguarding requirements and best practice.
This is a hands-on role where the Deputy Manager will work shifts, including sleep-ins, and lead by example on the floor while supporting staff development, compliance, and positive outcomes for children and young people.
Key Responsibilities:
Supporting the Registered Manager in the safe, effective and compliant management of the home
Acting as the Deputy Manager on shift, providing leadership, guidance and supervision to the staff team
Working directly with children and young people with learning disabilities, complex needs and associated behaviours
Ensuring care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support plans are implemented and reviewed
Promoting safeguarding, positive behaviour support and trauma-informed practice
Supporting recruitment, induction, supervision and staff development
Maintaining high standards of compliance with Ofsted regulations
Deputising for the Registered Manager when required
Requirements:
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (Essential)
Experience working in a childrens residential setting
Strong safeguarding and regulatory knowledge
Ability to work shifts including sleep-ins
Strong leadership skills
Passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people
Desirable:
Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Childrens Residential Care (or willingness to work towards)
Experience supporting children with learning disabilities or autism
Experience in a senior or acting-up role
Safeguarding:
This role is subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment practices.
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