Children's Home Deputy Manager

Posted 25 February 2025
Salary Salary: £32k-£34.2k + Additional £3,000-£8,000 per year from sleep in's
LocationWisbech
Job type Permanent
Discipline Care
Reference21695

Job description

Opus People Solutions are seeking a Children's Home Deputy Manager in Wisbech.

You, a Children's Home Deputy Manager, will play a crucial role in providing a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for young residents living in a children's home. You will act as a professional parent, providing nurturing care for young people and helping to ensure that the service runs smoothly.

We welcome applications from Senior Residential Support Workers looking for a step-up.

Your daily responsibilities will include:

  • Ensuring the childcare delivered is focused on obtaining the best outcomes for each young person within the home.

  • Supervise and guide staff members, ensuring that the work of the unit is undertaken.

  • Promoting professionalism and standards in line with policies and procedures.

  • Participating in staff inductions

  • Supporting the Service Manager and covering for them when required.

You will have:

  • Experience working in a supervisory position within residential childcare, child protection or similar.

  • NVQ Level 3 or QCF (Caring for Children & Young People) or equivalent qualification

  • Full UK Driving License

The Benefits:

  • Salary: £32k-£34.2k + additional £3,000-£8,000 per year from sleep in's

  • Fully funded training & qualifications

  • Clear career progression routes & opportunities to develop

  • Employee discounts, life assurance & more!

If your CV isn't up to date, don't worry - send what you've got and we'll go from there.