Overview
Deputy Manager - Residential Children's Home (3 Bed | EBD) | Speke, Liverpool
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
Hours: Full-time, rota including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people?
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Manager to join our small, 3-bed children's home in Speke, Liverpool. This is an opportunity to support a settled home with long-term placements, where stability, consistency, and meaningful outcomes for young people are our priorities.
In this pivotal role, you will support the Registered Manager in leading a committed team to provide exceptional care for children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), helping them thrive and reach their full potential.
Role
* Support and supervise residential support staff, providing guidance, mentoring, and regular supervision.
* Deputise for the Registered Manager when needed.
* Maintain a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for young people to grow, develop, and thrive.
* Deliver high-quality primary care, supporting young people with daily activities, education, appointments, and personal development programs.
* Implement individualised care plans, including strategies for behaviour management, self-esteem building, and life skills development.
* Assist in planning celebrations, holidays, and special events to enhance young people\'s experiences.
* Contribute to policies, procedures, and service development to drive continuous improvement.
* Take part in the on-call rota and maintain compliance with statutory, health, and safety requirements.
* Help maintain high standards of care, safeguarding, and quality in line with Ofsted regulations.
Who We\'re Looking For
* Holds an NVQ / Diploma Level 3 in Children & Young People or equivalent
* Has experience in residential child care, ideally with leadership or management experience.
* Demonstrates a strong understanding of child development, trauma-informed practice, safeguarding, and positive behaviour management (PACE or similar therapeutic models desirable).
* Possesses excellent communication, organisational, and record-keeping skills.
* Can build and maintain a motivated, stable staff team and be a positive role model for young people.
* Shares our belief that children thrive when they feel safe, supported, and surrounded by consistent people who care.
Why Join Us?
* Make a genuine difference in children\'s lives every day.
* Work in a supportive, friendly team that values your development.
* Opportunities for career progression, including achieving Level 5 Diploma.
* Be part of a company focused on sustainable, person-centred care and high standards.
* Join a small, settled home with long-term placements and a clear focus on stability and positive outcomes.
If you are a compassionate, motivated, and organised professional ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you
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