Deputy Manager Childrens Residential Home £36,379 - £37,606 per annum & company benefits Northampton, NN3 About Homes2inspire: Homes2Inspire are one of the UKs top providers of Children's homes and currently care for over 150 children in over 50 homes and 2 two semi -independent leaving care facilities across Bedfordshire, Derbyshire, Gloucestershire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Somerset, Staffordshire and Worcestershire. We are proud to be a part of Shaw Trust Group, a charity helping to transform the lives of young people and adults across the UK. Vacancy: We are currently looking to appoint a Deputy Manager for our 5 bedded childrens residential homes in Northampton NN3 region. The home has been recognised as good in all areas from a recent Ofsted inspection. Working alongside an experienced Registered Manager you will provide a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for our young people who enjoy taking part in a range of activities such as visiting science museums, arts and crafts, go karting, baking, playing music etc! You will play a crucial role in managing all aspects of the day-to-day running of the residential home as well as supporting in the absence of the manag er; leading a staff team to provide care, supervision, and support to the children in a safe and nurturing environment. We welcome applications from experienced Team Leaders or Senior Support Workers who are looking for a step up in their career or Deputy Managers who are looking for a new challenge. You will have a previous experience of working in a residential setting, a good understanding of Ofsted as well as ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, staff training, supervisions, implementing safeguarding policies and procedures, and addressing any concerns promptly. The role of a Deputy Manager combines leadership, administration, and hands on support to create a holistic approach to childcare. If you are an experienced senior support worker, or team leader looking for progression or a current deputy looking for a new opportunity we would love to hear from you! Key Responsibilities: Supervision and Leadership: Assist the Home Manager in leading and managing the staff team, including recruitment, training, and supervisions. Support the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and structured environment. Develop and implement individual care plans for each child, ensuring their physical, emotional, and social needs are met. Build positive relationships with children, providing emotional and practical support and create an environment where our children feel safe and loved. Monitor and maintain the quality of care provided, conducting regular assessments and implementing improvements where necessary. Assist in the training and ongoing development of staff, promoting best practices in childcare and support. Maintain records detailing the journey of our children, in a way that is thoughtful and meaningful. Provide our children with the opportunities and experiences to make happy memories. Respond to emergencies and incidents in a calm manner, ensuring appropriate action is taken and documentation completed. Qualifications and Skills: Previous experience working with children and young people in a leadership role in a residential or similar setting is essential QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare (or equivalent ) Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with children and work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals. Have the confidence to handle challenging situations with patience and a calm demeanour You will be able to lead a team to achieve positive outcomes, providing them with guidance and mentorship to develop in their roles. Hours of Work: You will typically be required to work more office hours, Monday to Friday, however there will be occasions you will be required to work evenings, weekends and cover sleeps if needed to meet the needs of the home. You will also be required to participate in the Manager on call rota. What We Offer: £36,379 - £37,606 per annum Comprehensive training course to start you in your career with Homes2inspire. Collaborative and supportive team environment. Wellbeing Support Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7 and an Internal Wellbeing Team who are on hand to provide professional and practical help and support. Annual leave package with the opportunity to purchase additional leave. Opportunities for career advancement within the organisation including further training and promotional opportunities. Family friendly, flexible working patterns to ensure a good work life balance. Medicash claim back an annual cost of everyday healthcare such as dental, optical treatment and specialist treatment for yourself and family members. Refer a Friend scheme Earn a £500 bonus each time you refer the right candidate to us. Shopping, Cinema and Holiday discounts You can also sign up for the Blue Light card offering additional online and in store savings. Cycle to Work scheme which offers a cost-effective way of getting new cycling equipment. Subsidised days out with our children and young people, creating lasting memories! Overtime & Sleeps : Overtime opportunities available and sleep in allowance of £44.56 per sleep How to Apply If you are looking for a new job as a Deputy Manager in the Northampton area, working with children and young people and are passionate about making a positive impact apply now! Please note: All successful applicants will be subject to a vetting process in line with safer recruitment requirements. This includes right to work checks, Enhanced DBS Check for Children and Adults workforce (H2I will cover the cost of this check) and satisfactory reference checks in line with safer recruitment requirements. Shaw Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. We are not able to support visa sponsorship applications.