Deputy Manager

Salary: £37,000 to £39,000 dependant on experience + £3,600 for sleep in

Are you an experienced residential childcare professional looking to take the next step in your career?

We are proud to be working with a well-established and growing care provider for children and young adults, currently recruiting for a Deputy Manager for a 4-bed EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties) home in Bradford. The home is fully staffed with a dedicated and supportive team, providing the perfect foundation for success.

• Competitive salary: £37,000 to £39,000 dependant on experience + £3,600 for sleep inn
• Performance-related bonuses
• Full-time hours: 2 on, 4 off rota basis.
• Enhanced pay for overtime and bank holidays
• Career progression within a rapidly expanding organisation
• Ongoing training and full support towards your Level 5 Leadership qualification
• Positive and supportive working environment

• Provide strong leadership and guidance to care staff
• Support the Registered Manager and lead the home in their absence
• Ensure the home maintains the highest standards in line with OFSTED requirements
• Promote positive outcomes for young people through education, activities, and emotional support
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Local Authorities, schools, healthcare, and other external partners
• Manage staff performance, absence, and welfare
• Ensure full Health & Safety compliance within the home
• Contribute to care planning and development for children aged 8-15

• Minimum 2 years' experience in children's residential care
• Experience working with children with SEMH/EBD needs
• Solid understanding of strategies to support children with challenging behaviour
• Knowledge of OFSTED and residential care regulations
• Full UK driving licence is essential
• Confident working with children aged 8-15 years

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and experienced Deputy Manager to join a forward-thinking provider and make a real impact in the lives of vulnerable young people.

Ready for a new challenge? Apply now and Rob will be in touch!