*Deputy / Team Manager – Residential Children’s Home *
Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.
*Location:* Garthorpe, LE14
*Salary: *£33,045 – £34,122 basic (£38,000–£40,000 realistic earnings)
*Full-time | Permanent *
Funded *Level 5 Diploma* | Clear pathway to *Registered Manager*
*Ready to step into leadership and change young lives?*
Anchor Care and Education is looking for an experienced *Senior Practitioner ready to progress into a Deputy/Team Manager role* within our therapeutic children’s home.
You’ll help lead a small, supportive team caring for 2 children aged 6–18 who have experienced trauma, helping them build stability, confidence, and independence.
You'll be supported through specialist trauma-informed training to help young people manage complex emotional and behavioural needs.
This role offers *real career progression, structured leadership development, and the opportunity to move into a Registered Manager position as we open more homes.*
*Why Join Us?*
· Realistic earnings of *£38k–£40k per year.*
· Funded *Level 5 Leadership & Management Diploma.*
· Clear pathway to *Registered Manager, if desired*
· *Every other long weekend off.*
· Paid sleep-ins *(£60 each).*
· *4-week structured induction* programme.
· *Supportive *leadership team.
· *Blue Light Card, pension,* and *loyalty bonuses.*
*Key Responsibilities*
As Deputy/Team Manager, you will:
* Support the Registered Manager with the *day-to-day running* of the home to ensure that the home meets *Ofsted and statutory requirements.*
* Lead, support and develop your team *ensuring high standards of practice.*
* Supervise, mentor, and support staff, including through *regular supervisions and coaching.*
* Understand *Ofsted regulations and be able to assist in Reg 44 visits.*
* Risk assess situations and make *confident, informed decisions.*
* Support 2 young people through *dysregulated and complex behaviours.*
*What We’re Looking For*
We’re looking for someone who:
* Is passionate about making a *real difference* in children’s lives
* Has a minimum of *2 years’ experience working within an EBD residential children's home *
* Has experience working with *children with dysregulated behaviours*
* Is a strong practitioner with professional credibility
* Has experience *de-escalating and managing dysregulated behaviours*
* Has a good knowledge of *safeguarding* and child protection
* Works well as part of a close, supportive team
* Has completed a minimum of *50% of the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent*
* Holds a *full UK driving licence and has access to a car* (essential due to location and role requirements)
*Shift Pattern*
* *2-week rolling rota*
* Long week: *Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday*
* Short week: *Wednesday and Thursday*
* Every other *long weekend off*
* Shifts run *08:00 – 21:00*
* Average *42 hours per week*
*Pay & Benefits*
* Sleep-in payments: *£60 per sleep-in*
* On-call payments: (approximately 2 per month) *£25* (weekday) *or £50* (Saturday/Sunday)
* Enhanced overtime rates
* Loyalty bonuses for each year of service
* Blue Light Discount Card
* Additional annual leave
* Occupational sick pay scheme
* Generous refer-a-friend scheme
* Auto-enrolment pension
* Paid DBS check and annual update
* Comprehensive training and development
* *Funded Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management* for those wanting to progress to Registered Manager
*Training & Development*
All staff receive:
* A *comprehensive 4 week induction*
* Mandatory and role-specific training
* Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
*Application Process*
* Once we receive your enquiry, you will receive an application form and job description
* candidates can contact our team to discuss the role and location
* If you wish to proceed, a fully completed application form will be required
* Shortlisted candidates will be invited for *a face-to-face interview in Grantham, NG31 *and if successful will be *required to complete a shadow shift *to observe the role in practice and meet the young people and staff
*Safeguarding*
Anchor Care and Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to *Enhanced DBS checks*, references, and other pre-employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
*Please note:* Applicants must have unrestricted right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).
*To apply:*
Message via *Indeed* or email * *
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £33,045.01-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Sick pay
* Store discount
Application question(s):
* Have a full UK driving licence and access to a car?
* Do you have an unrestricted right to work in the UK?
* Do you hold or have completed at least 50% towards a Level 3/4 Residential Childcare qualification? xcunqrw
* Do you have experience working in a residential EBD children's home?
Work Location: In person