Location: Rugby
Salary: £42,664 – £49,452 per annum
Total Package: Up to £50,852 per annum, including attendance allowance
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

Joneshouse Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and passionate Deputy Manager to join a children’s residential home in Rugby.

The service supports young people with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, providing a safe, nurturing and structured environment where they can feel secure, develop confidence and achieve positive outcomes.

Working alongside the Registered Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day leadership of the home, supporting and developing the staff team while ensuring young people receive consistently high standards of care.

The service takes a holistic approach, working alongside professionals including Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, education teams and other specialists to meet each young person’s individual developmental needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with the effective day-to-day running of the children’s home.
• Deputise for the Registered Manager when required.
• Lead, supervise and support residential staff to maintain consistently high standards of care.
• Promote a safe, nurturing and supportive environment for young people.
• Ensure individual care plans and support strategies are implemented effectively.
• Support young people with SEMH needs to develop confidence, independence and essential life skills.
• Work collaboratively with clinical professionals, education providers and external agencies.
• Promote positive outcomes and ensure each young person’s individual needs remain at the centre of their care.
• Support staff development through supervision, mentoring and ongoing guidance.
• Ensure safeguarding, regulatory requirements and children’s home standards are maintained.
• Contribute to the continuous development and improvement of the home.
• Act as a positive role model for both staff and young people.

Essential Requirements

Applicants should have:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience within residential childcare.
• Previous experience working in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (England).
• A good understanding of safeguarding and the needs of young people within residential care.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• The ability to motivate, develop and support a staff team.
• A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people.
• A full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months.

Desirable

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management.

Candidates without the Level 5 qualification may be supported to complete this as part of their professional development.

What’s on Offer

Our client offers a comprehensive employment package, including:

• Basic salary of £42,664 – £49,452 per annum.
• Attendance allowance of up to £1,400 per year, subject to attendance.
• Total package of up to £50,852 per annum.
• 7 weeks’ annual leave.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training.
• Clear career development and progression opportunities.
• Medical cover, including support towards optical and dental costs.
• Employee wellbeing and assistance services.
• Flexible benefits options.
• Free meals while on shift.
• Well-equipped working environments.
• Employee referral scheme.

Safeguarding

The successful candidate will be subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and online search, due to the nature of the role working with children and young people.

Apply

If you’re an experienced Children’s Residential Care professional ready to progress or continue your career within management, Joneshouse Recruitment would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Jo at Joneshouse Recruitment for further information or a confidential discussion.

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