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
Responsible for: Team Leaders, Residential Support Workers

At Headway Adolescent Resources, we’ve been transforming the lives of young people since 1999. As a leading provider of residential care, we focus on delivering personalized, holistic support that empowers every young person to thrive. If you’re passionate about making a difference and helping young people reach their full potential, we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

We’re looking for a dedicated Deputy Manager to join our vibrant home in Bristol. Here’s what you can expect:

Exciting Benefits

• 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 Rate
• Generous Holiday Allowance
• Pension Scheme with a 3% Employer contribution
• Work Phone provided

Your Role & Responsibilities

As our Deputy Manager, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting the Home Manager and leading our dedicated team to ensure a safe and nurturing environment for young people. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing daily operations and safeguarding young people
• Leading, supervising, and motivating the staff team, stepping in for the Manager as needed
• Creating a supportive, child-centered environment that prioritizes young people's needs and views
• Collaborating with professionals and families to support care plans and achieve positive outcomes
• Ensuring compliance with policies, legislation, and safety standards
• Supporting staff development and training, and participating in the on-call rota
• Managing petty cash and assisting with budget responsibilities
• Taking annual leave at different times from the Home Manager

About You

We’re looking for someone 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, and willing to start the Level 5 Diploma within 6 months if not already qualified
• Experienced (2+ years) in working directly with young people, especially 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
• Holding a full, clean UK manual driving license
• Willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check

Headway Adolescent Resources is an equal opportunities employer, and we warmly encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.

Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people. We can’t wait to meet you!