Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential (Learning Disabilities)
Location: Burton on Trent (DE14)
Pay: £15.50 per hour plus £70 per sleep-in
Average annual salary: £37,900+ (based on 38 hours per week and 2 sleep-ins)
The Role
We are recruiting an experienced and motivated Deputy Manager to support the effective running of a children’s residential home for young people with Learning Disabilities. This is a hands-on leadership role, supporting the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality, child-centred care and maintaining regulatory compliance.
Requirements
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Minimum Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Children’s Care
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Full UK driving licence
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Proven experience in children’s residential care, ideally with young people with LD
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Strong knowledge of safeguarding, care planning, behaviour support, and Ofsted standards
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Ability to lead and support staff, manage rotas, and respond to incidents
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Confident in ad-hoc on-call duties
Hours & Working Pattern
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38 hours per week, plus sleep-ins
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Shifts between 9:30am and 11:00pm, Monday to Sunday
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Typical rota: 1 shift on, 2 days off
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Ad-hoc on-call responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
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Support the Registered Manager in day-to-day operations
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Lead and supervise staff, providing guidance and mentoring
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Manage rotas and shift cover effectively
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Respond to incidents, safeguarding concerns, and emergencies
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Assist with care planning, documentation, and inspections
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Ensure positive outcomes and high-quality care for young people
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Promote a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment
What We Offer
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Competitive hourly rate and enhanced earnings through sleep-ins
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Supportive management structure and clear career progression
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Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people
How to Apply
If you are an experienced children’s residential professional ready to step into a Deputy Manager role, we would welcome your application