Deputy Manager – Children’s home

Overview

Deputy Home Manager – Children and Young People at a 4‑bed residential home in Northampton. Salary from £33,360 rising to £35,577 p/a plus additional sleep‑in payments.

Working Hours

39 hours per week; full‑time with long day shifts and occasional sleep‑in.

Location

Northampton, Northamptonshire.

Responsibilities

As Deputy Manager you will support the leadership team, contribute to service development, oversee staff, manage budgets and rotas, maintain a therapeutic model of care, and step up to manage the home when required.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in a residential children’s home at deputy or senior level
• NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Children and Young People
• Knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding procedures
• Experience with budgets and rotas
• A full UK driving licence

Benefits

• Career progression to Registered Manager
• Competitive salary with Real Living Wage minimum
• Enhanced pay scales for qualifications and experience
• Family support and enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Full induction programme
• Paid training and funded qualifications
• Annual leave 28 days including Bank Holidays; Free Enhanced DBS check
• NEST pension scheme
• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
• Discount schemes via Hapi App & Blue Light Card
• Staff referral scheme with bonus

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and military families through our Armed Forces Covenant commitment.

Job Notes

Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle are essential.

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