Residential Children's Services Deputy Manager

Join Our Team as a Residential Children's Services Deputy Manager!

Location: Bristol

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £38,955.18 per annum (includes sleep-in shifts)

Specific Hours: 38 hours per week

About Us

At Headway Adolescent Resources, established in 1999, we are proud to be a leading provider of residential care for young people. Our mission is to deliver personalised, holistic support that empowers every young person to thrive. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and helping them reach their full potential, we want to hear from you!

Your Role

As our Deputy Manager, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Home Manager and leading our dedicated team. Your primary focus will be to ensure that our home provides safe, high-quality care for young people. Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring the safety and well-being of young people.
• Lead, supervise, and motivate the staff team, stepping in for the Manager when needed.
• Create a supportive and nurturing environment that prioritizes the needs and views of young people.
• Collaborate with professionals and families to support care plans and achieve positive outcomes.
• Maintain compliance with policies, legislation, and safety standards.
• Support staff development and training, and participate in the on-call rota.
• Manage petty cash and assist with budget responsibilities.
• Take annual leave at different times than the Home Manager.

What We’re Looking For

We seek a candidate who is:

• Educated to a good standard with strong writing, IT, and organizational skills.
• Holding (or working towards) a Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People, with a willingness to start the Level 5 Diploma within 6 months if not already qualified.
• Experienced (2+ years) in working directly with young people, including those with challenging behavior.
• Knowledgeable about current childcare legislation, regulations, and quality standards.
• Experienced in collaborating with external agencies and families, and attending professional meetings.
• A natural leader who can motivate and support a team, acting as a positive role model.
• Empathetic, child-centered, and committed to achieving the best outcomes for young people.
• Holder of a full, clean UK manual driving license.
• Willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Why Join Us?

We offer a range of benefits to support you in your role:

• On-call payments: £10 for weekdays and £50 for weekends.
• Ofsted Bonus: £200 for a Good report and £500 for an Outstanding report.
• Increased overtime rates.
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution.

Headway Adolescent Resources is an equal opportunities employer and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All candidates will undergo thorough reference checks, including an enhanced DBS, as safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people, we can’t wait to meet you!