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

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 through sleep-in shifts

Location: Carlisle

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. If you're passionate about making a difference in young people's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

What We Offer:

• Flexible Shift Rotation: Enjoy a balanced work-life with 2 days on, 2 days off, and staggered start times (8am, 12noon, or 2pm).
• Sleep-in Allowance: Earn an additional £62.50 per night (up to £3,257.28 extra per year).
• Generous Leave: 6 weeks of annual leave to recharge.
• Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our company pension.
• Employee Discounts: Enjoy savings with major retailers.
• Wellbeing Support: Access our Employee Assistance Programme for your mental health.
• Enhanced Pay: Receive extra pay for overtime, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.
• Career Growth: Explore numerous opportunities for professional development.
• Comprehensive Training: Participate in annual training covering Therapeutic Parenting, PACE, Attachment Theory, and Child Development.

Your Role:

As the Deputy Manager at our 4-bed home in Carlisle, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Registered Manager to ensure our home meets its Statement of Purpose and delivers high-quality care. Your leadership will inspire and guide our dedicated team.

Main Responsibilities:

• Support the Registered Manager in delivering exceptional care.
• Maintain strong communication within the team and ensure adherence to policies.
• Oversee care quality, staff training, and development.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and regulatory standards.
• Monitor the condition and safety of the home and its equipment.
• Assist with budgeting and accurate record-keeping.
• Promote equality, diversity, and child protection.
• Lead quality assurance and continuous service improvement initiatives.
• Provide effective team leadership and supervision.
• Support new staff through their induction process.

About You:

• Understanding of the challenges faced by young people in care.
• Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification (or equivalent).
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate within a small team.
• Ability to complete an enhanced DBS check (covered by us).
• Experience in EBD, social care, residential work, or youth work is advantageous.
• Full, clean UK driving licence to support other homes when needed.

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

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join our dedicated team!