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Deputy Children's Home Manager, Kettering
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Client:
Leader Recruitment Group
Location:
Kettering, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
3
Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
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Job Description:
Location: Kettering
Salary: £31,600 - £32,800 per annum + sleep-in allowance
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (39 hours per week)
Driving Requirement: Full UK Driving Licence required
About the Opportunity
Leader Recruitment Group is thrilled to partner with a dedicated provider to recruit a compassionate and driven Deputy Manager for a children's residential home in Kettering. This is your chance to help create a warm, supportive environment for young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), working alongside a committed team to make a real difference in their lives.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Home Manager in running a nurturing, Ofsted-compliant children's home.
Lead and mentor a team of support workers, fostering their growth and maintaining high care standards.
Act as a role model for both staff and young people, promoting a positive and therapeutic environment.
Assist with rotas, budgets, audits, and care planning to ensure smooth operations.
Build trusting relationships with young people to help them feel safe, valued, and empowered.
Ensure safeguarding procedures and Ofsted regulations are consistently met.
About You
At least 3 years' experience in a children's residential home setting.
NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
Strong understanding of Ofsted legislation, safeguarding, and EBD care.
Experience managing budgets and rotas.
Full UK Driving Licence.
A caring, resilient, and inspiring leader with excellent communication skills.
Previous experience in a deputy or supervisory role.
Passion for mentoring staff and driving quality care.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary of £31,600 - £32,800 plus sleep in allowance.
Real Living Wage as a minimum, with pay reflecting qualifications and experience.
Comprehensive induction and fully funded qualifications to boost your career.
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, plus 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays).
Free meals during shifts and a free enhanced DBS check.
Access to fantastic discounts through the Hapi App and Blue Light Card.
Pension Scheme and wellbeing support via an Employee Assistance Programme.
Regular supervisions, appraisals, and team meetings to support your growth.
Clear career progression, with opportunities to become a Registered Manager.
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Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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