Deputy Care Manager

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Full time
Location: Castleford
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Job offered by: Tudor Employment
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Job Specification: Deputy Manager (Children's Residential Home)

Location: Castleford

Salary: Starting at £36,270.00 per annum, with an increase upon successful completion of a 6-month probationary period

Hours: 46.5 hours per week, including office hours, 24-hour shifts, and on-call duties

Tudor Employment Agency are seeking an experienced and passionate Deputy Manager to join our team at a new children's residential home in Castleford. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in children's residential care and experience managing teams in a similar setting. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people, providing them with the care and support they need to thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and support the team to deliver high-quality care for children and young people Assist the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home Act as a role model and mentor for staff, fostering a positive and inclusive team culture Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and policies Manage and participate in the emergency on-call rota (1 week per month) Drive children and young people to appointments, education, social events, and contact sessions Take part in staff supervision, appraisals, and training programs Support young people in achieving their individual goals and development plans

Qualifications and Experience:

A minimum of 2 years' experience managing a team in a children's residential setting Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare/Children's Workforce or Level 4 Children, Young People, and Families Practitioner (Residential) qualification (or currently working towards one) A full UK driving licence (essential).

Working Hours:

46.5 hours per week, including: Three office days (09:00-17:00) One 24-hour shift (08:00-23:00, followed by a sleep-in and a half-hour handover the following day) Hours equate to 201.5 hours per month

Benefits:

Competitive salary with incremental progression after the probation period Opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people A supportive and collaborative working environment

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