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 making a difference since 1999 as a leading provider of residential care for young people. Our mission is to deliver personalized, holistic support that empowers every young person to thrive. If you’re passionate about transforming lives 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 look forward to:

• 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: 3% Employer contribution
• Work Phone

Your Role & Responsibilities

As our Deputy Manager, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting the Home Manager and leading our dedicated team. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring the safety and well-being of young people
• Leading, supervising, and motivating the staff team, stepping in for the Manager when needed
• Creating a nurturing environment that prioritizes the needs and views of young people
• Collaborating with professionals and families to support care plans and achieve positive outcomes
• Maintaining 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 than 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, including those with challenging behavior
• Knowledgeable about current childcare legislation, regulations, and quality standards
• Experienced in working 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
• Holding a full, clean UK manual driving license
• Willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check

Our Commitment

At Headway Adolescent Resources, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible 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!