Our small and friendly residential home for young people aged 7-18 with challenging behaviours are seeking an experienced, dynamic and confident Deputy Manager to join us and really make a difference in our young people's lives by providing them a haven where they can express themselves freely and enjoy a happy and stable home life something every child deserves and needs. The home is located in Chorley, Lanacashire and can support up to 2 young people to gain confidence and independence as they navigate through childhood and transition into adulthood. Your role will be to support the Registered Manager to ensure the standards we have implemented are adhered to and the small team will benefit from your support and guidance daily. Ideally you will hold a Deputy post currently and can demonstrate excellent leadership skills and time management, we are also happy to hear from applicants with at least 2 years' experience in a Children's Residential home and ready to take the next step in their career, Good knowledge of the children's care standards and good knowledge of Ofsted regulations would also be required. Please note a minimum Level 3 qualification or equivalent in residential care and a full UK driving licence are essential to be considered for this post, The role is varied form day to day but will include staff supervisions, updating care plans, risk assessments and any other paperwork, organising the team to run the shift efficiently and ensuring all standards and legislation are kept up to date in line with company policy and the statement of purpose. Initially the shift patterns will be up to 10 long day and sleep shifts per month ( 2 on 4 off pattern), the role will eventually progress to a more 9-5 position once the Manager is dual registered. Salary for the role will be up to £42,462 per annum, you will benefit from free meals on shift, access to our therapeutic services and many more extra perks We believe retaining our staff team is important to build for the future and due to expansion there will be opportunities to progress with us and gain more skills and knowledge, we have over 25 years experience in residential care and we are more than happy to share our knowledge and get you to where you want to be. What we are building is a happy place for our young people to enjoy and flourish, if you are committed to sharing our vision we would love to hear from you