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 Join Us?

As a Deputy Manager, you will play a crucial role in leading our dedicated team and ensuring that our home is a safe, nurturing environment for young people. Here’s what you can look forward to:

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

In this dynamic position, you will:

• Oversee the daily operations of the home, ensuring the safety and well-being of young people
• Lead, supervise, and inspire the staff team, stepping in for the Home Manager as needed
• Create a supportive and nurturing environment that prioritizes young people's needs and voices
• Collaborate with professionals and families to support care plans and achieve positive outcomes
• Ensure compliance with policies, legislation, and safety standards
• Facilitate staff development and training while participating in the on-call rota
• Manage petty cash and assist with budget responsibilities
• Take annual leave at different times than the Home Manager

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a good standard of education with strong writing, IT, and organizational skills
• Holds (or is working towards) a Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People, and is willing to start the Level 5 Diploma within 6 months
• Has 2+ years of experience working directly with young people, including those with challenging behavior
• Understands current childcare legislation, regulations, and quality standards
• Has experience collaborating with external agencies and families
• Can lead and motivate a team, serving as a positive role model
• Is empathetic, child-centered, and committed to achieving the best outcomes
• Holds a full, clean UK manual driving license
• Is willing 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 meaningful impact in the lives of young people. We can’t wait to meet you!