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. Our mission is to provide personalized, holistic support that empowers every young person to thrive. If you share our passion for making a difference, we want to hear from you!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• On-call Payments: Earn £10 for weekdays and £50 for weekends!
• Ofsted Bonuses: £200 for a Good report and £500 for an Outstanding report.
• Increased Overtime Rate
• Generous Holiday Allowance
• Pension Scheme: 3% employer contribution.
• Work Phone: Stay connected with a company phone.

Your Role: Purpose & Key Responsibilities

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

• Oversee daily operations and ensure the safety of our young residents.
• Lead, supervise, and inspire the staff team, stepping in for the Manager as needed.
• Create a nurturing environment focused on the needs and views of young people.
• Collaborate with professionals and families to support care plans and achieve positive outcomes.
• Ensure 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 to ensure coverage.

About You: What We’re Looking For

• A good standard of education 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.
• 2+ years of experience working directly with young people, including those with challenging behavior.
• A solid understanding of current childcare legislation, regulations, and quality standards.
• Experience 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.
• A full, clean UK manual driving license.
• Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Headway Adolescent Resources is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, encouraging applications from all 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 difference in the lives of young people. Your journey starts here!