Location: Kettering
Salary: £31,600 - £32,800 per annum + sleep-in allowance
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (39 hours per week)
Driving Requirement: Full UK Driving Licence required
About the Opportunity
Leader Recruitment Group is thrilled to partner with a dedicated provider to recruit a compassionate and driven Deputy Manager for a children's residential home in Kettering. This is your chance to help create a warm, supportive environment for young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), working alongside a committed team to make a real difference in their lives.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Home Manager in running a nurturing, Ofsted-compliant children's home.
* Lead and mentor a team of support workers, fostering their growth and maintaining high care standards.
* Act as a role model for both staff and young people, promoting a positive and therapeutic environment.
* Assist with rotas, budgets, audits, and care planning to ensure smooth operations.
* Build trusting relationships with young people to help them feel safe, valued, and empowered.
* Ensure safeguarding procedures and Ofsted regulations are consistently met.
About You
* Essential:
o At least 3 years' experience in a children's residential home setting.
o NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
o Strong understanding of Ofsted legislation, safeguarding, and EBD care.
o Experience managing budgets and rotas.
o Full UK Driving Licence.
o A caring, resilient, and inspiring leader with excellent communication skills.
* Desirable:
o Previous experience in a deputy or supervisory role.
o Passion for mentoring staff and driving quality care.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary of £31,600 - £32,800 plus sleep in allowance.
* Real Living Wage as a minimum, with pay reflecting qualifications and experience.
* Comprehensive induction and fully funded qualifications to boost your career.
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, plus 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays).
* Free meals during shifts and a free enhanced DBS check.
* Access to fantastic discounts through the Hapi App and Blue Light Card.
* Pension Scheme and wellbeing support via an Employee Assistance Programme.
* Regular supervisions, appraisals, and team meetings to support your growth.
* Clear career progression, with opportunities to become a Registered Manager.
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Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.