Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire, East Midlands, UKDeputy ManagerLocations: 1 vacancy near Worksop, Nottinghamshire | 1 vacancy near Lincoln, East Midlands Salary & Sleep-in Payments: £39,357.24
£47,821.80 (includes payment for 2 sleep-ins per week, dependent on experience and based on either our 39-hour or 45-hour contract options)About UsFor over 110 years, The Caldecott Foundation has been helping children build a future. We provide homes, schools and therapeutic services for children and young people who have experienced trauma, adversity and disrupted relationships. We focus on creating safe, nurturing and playful environments where young people can develop life skills, grow in confidence, enjoy new opportunities and feel a genuine sense of belonging.About the RoleAs Deputy Manager, you will play a key role in leading, supporting and developing a team of Residential Care Workers, ensuring that every child in our care receives consistent, high-quality support.You will help oversee all aspects of planning, monitoring and evaluating childrens individual needs, and youll be confident managing the home in the Registered Managers absence.What Kind of Person Were Looking ForWere looking for someone who is compassionate, resilient and committed to helping young people feel safe, valued and supported.Youll be able to:Build trusting, positive relationships with young peopleStay calm and grounded in challenging situationsWork collaboratively within a team and be open to learningMeet the physical and practical demands of the role (including working a rota and accompanying young people to activities)Drive Foundation vehicles to transport young people to appointments and activitiesWork confidently within a trauma-informed environmentKey ResponsibilitiesAs Deputy Manager, you will:Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the homeLead, mentor and develop the staff teamEnsure high-quality care, safeguarding and behaviour supportOversee care planning and case management for young peopleMaintain a safe, nurturing and positive home environmentCommunicate effectively with local authorities, families and other professionalsEnsure policies, procedures and regulatory standards are metEssential Experience & QualificationsYou will need to have:A Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (or an equivalent recognised qualification)Recent experience working in a childrens residential care setting, where you have supervised or led staffExperience supporting young people with complex emotional or behavioural needsKnowledge of the Quality Care Standards and Childrens Homes RegulationsExperience in case management, including preparing care plans and contributing to reviewsExperience managing budgets or financial processesWhat We Can Give You28 days holiday (including bank holidays), rising to 30 days after 3 yearsCareer development, including funded qualificationsHealth cashback scheme (covering you and up to four children)Pension scheme with up to 5% employer contributionsWellbeing support through our Employee Assistance ProgrammeAccess to retail, food and entertainment discountsCycle-to-work scheme and will writing serviceEquality, Diversity & InclusionWe are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels valued, respected and able to be themselves. The children and young people we support come from many different backgrounds, and we believe our workforce should reflect and celebrate that diversity. We welcome applications from people of all ages, backgrounds and lived experiences who share our commitment to helping children build brighter futures.Sound Like a Match?If youre ready to build meaningful relationships, support recovery from trauma, and help our young people move towards brighter futures, wed love to hear from you. Please click apply.Please note, the Caldecott Foundation is committed to safeguarding children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check in line with safer recruitment guidelines.TPBN1_UKTJ