Residential Children's Services Deputy Manager

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

Location: Bridgwater
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £38,955.18 per annum (including sleep-in shifts)
Specific Hours: 38 hours per week
Responsible for: Team Leaders, Residential Support Workers

At Headway Adolescent Resources, established in 1999, we are proud to be 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 are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and helping them reach their full potential, we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

We offer a supportive and rewarding work environment with a range of benefits:

• On-call payments: £10 for weekdays and £50 for weekends
• Ofsted bonuses: £200 for a Good report and £500 for an Outstanding report
• Increased overtime rates
• Generous holiday allowance
• Pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution
• Work phone provided

Your Role & Responsibilities

As our Deputy Manager, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Home Manager and leading our dedicated team to ensure we provide safe, high-quality care for young people. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the home and ensuring the safety of young people
• Leading, supervising, and motivating the staff team, stepping in for the Manager as needed
• Creating a nurturing environment focused on the needs and views of young people
• Collaborating with professionals and families to support care plans and achieve positive outcomes
• Ensuring 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 are looking for someone who meets the following criteria:

• A good standard of education with strong writing, IT, and organizational skills
• Hold, or be working towards, a Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People, and be willing to start the Level 5 Diploma within 6 months if not already qualified
• 2+ years of experience working directly with young people, including those with challenging behavior
• Understanding of current childcare legislation, regulations, and quality standards
• Experience working with external agencies and families, and attending professional meetings
• Ability to lead, motivate, and support a team, acting as a positive role model
• An empathetic, child-centered approach with a commitment to achieving the best outcomes
• A full, clean UK manual driving license

Headway Adolescent Resources 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.

All candidates will undergo thorough reference checks, including an enhanced DBS check, as safeguarding young people is at the heart of everything we do.