Children Residential Deputy Manager

Salary: £38161.78 (plus on-call rota and sleep-ins). Reporting to: Children's Home Manager. If you are passionate, skilled, and motivated to join a team where no two days are the same, this could be your perfect next move. We are looking for a Children's Home Deputy Manager who brings skill, heart and beaming with positivity to our team. This is your chance to contribute to a warm, nurturing home where our children feel safe, supported and genuinely cared for. You will be leading shifts, supporting staff, and working closely with the Registered Manager keeping everything running smoothly and in line with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015. The successful candidate will be: Organised, professional and proactive: you will have strong administrative skills and keep things running like clockwork; A natural leader- guiding and inspiring others; Fun, resilient, and full of energy- Our children deserve adults who bring happiness and fun as well as stability; Committed to outstanding care:- you want the best outcomes for our children. About Us: Empower Family Group is a passionate, child-focused organisation committed to raising standards across the care sector. We believe every child deserves a nurturing, loving home and the opportunity to thrive. We operate modern, beautifully designed solo and dual occupancy homes for children and young people under 18, located throughout Somerset. Our teams are supported by a friendly head office based in Taunton and a dedicated training hub. Our values: Empowering Care, Learning and Leading, and Working Together. These principles shape everything we do - from the compassionate support we offer children, to the collaborative culture we foster among staff, and the continuous learning that drives us forward.

Responsibilities

Leading shifts; Supporting staff; Working closely with the Registered Manager; Keeping everything running smoothly and in line with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015; Contributing to a warm, nurturing home where children feel safe, supported and genuinely cared for

Requirements

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare or NVQ Level 4 in Children, Young People and Families Practitioner or equivalent; Experience in children's residential care; A full driving licence; 1 year+ work experience

Nice to have

NVQ level 5 in Leadership and Management is preferred, or a willingness to work towards this

Benefits

Paid on-call rota and sleep-ins; Free personable mortgage advice; Blue Light Card access; Staff discount scheme; Employee Assistance Programme; Health & wellbeing support via the Wisdom app; Paid training & development (including apprenticeships); A supportive, innovative team; The chance to make a meaningful, lasting difference