Deputy Manager Children's Home

Join Our Team as a Residential Deputy Manager!

Company: North Lakes Children's Services

Role: Residential Deputy Manager - Children's Home

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: Base salary of £32,349.49, with potential earnings up to £35,606.77 per annum including sleep-in shifts

Location: Wigton

Specific Hours: 42 hours per week with a rotating shift pattern

Why Join Us?

At North Lakes Children's Services, we provide therapeutic residential care and education for boys aged 6-18, helping them build resilience, confidence, and essential life skills. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Deputy Manager to join our dedicated team at our 4-bed home in Carlisle.

Your Benefits:

• Flexible Shift Rotation: 2 days on, 2 days off with staggered start times (8am, 12 noon, or 2pm)
• Sleep-in allowance of £62.64 per night (up to £3,257.28 extra per year)
• Generous 6 weeks' annual leave
• Company pension plan
• Employee discount scheme with major retailers
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced pay for overtime, Christmas Day & New Year's Day
• Career progression opportunities
• Comprehensive annual training, including Therapeutic Parenting, PACE, Attachment Theory & Child Development

Your Role:

As the Residential Deputy Manager, you will:

• Support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality care and ensuring the home meets its Statement of Purpose
• Maintain strong team communication and ensure adherence to policies and procedures
• Oversee care quality, staff training, development, and supervision
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and regulatory standards
• Monitor the condition and safety of the home, equipment, and furnishings
• Assist with budgeting, financial oversight, and accurate record-keeping
• Promote equality, diversity, and child protection throughout the home
• Lead on quality assurance and continuous service improvement
• Provide effective team leadership, supervision, and appraisals
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Support new staff through their induction process

About You:

We are looking for someone who:

• Understands the challenges faced by young people in care
• Holds a Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification (or equivalent)
• Possesses excellent communication and listening skills
• Is eager to learn and work collaboratively within a small team
• Can complete an enhanced DBS check (paid for by us)
• Has experience in EBD, social care, residential work, or youth work (advantageous)
• Holds a full, clean UK driving licence and is willing to support other homes when needed

North Lakes is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of young people, we can't wait to hear from you!