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 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, empowering them to build resilience, confidence, and essential life skills. We are excited to offer a Deputy Manager position at our 4-bed home in Carlisle. If you are a qualified and experienced Children's Home Deputy Manager with an approachable and inspiring leadership style, we want to hear from you!

Your Benefits

• Flexible Shift Rotation: Enjoy a 2 days on, 2 days off schedule with staggered start times (8am, 12 noon, or 2pm).
• Sleep-in Allowance: Earn £62.64 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: Access discounts with major retailers.
• Wellbeing Support: Benefit from our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Enhanced Pay: Receive extra pay for overtime, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.
• Career Growth: Explore opportunities for career progression.
• Comprehensive Training: Participate in annual training covering Therapeutic Parenting, PACE, Attachment Theory, and Child Development.

Your Role

As the Residential Deputy Manager, you will:

• Support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality care that aligns with our Statement of Purpose.
• Foster 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 quality assurance and continuous service improvement initiatives.
• 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 collaborate 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 actively encourages applications from 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.

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