Are you ready to take on an exciting challenge and make a real impact? Our client is on the hunt for a passionate Residential Children's Home - Deputy Manager to spearhead the setup of a new provision in Crewe. This is a unique opportunity to be involved in every aspect of developing a children's home from the ground up, with a company dedicated to providing high-quality, child-centred care.With an annual salary of 35,000 - 40,000, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your career. You'll enjoy a strong support network with an experienced registered Manager and Responsible Individual, and you'll be part of a 3-bed home setup. Plus, there are ample opportunities for professional development and training.Our client is committed to creating safe and nurturing environments where children and young people can thrive. They focus on providing high-quality, child-centred care in residential settings, ensuring that every child receives the support they need to flourish.As the Residential Children's Home - Deputy Manager, you will:
- Recruit, induct, and develop a staff team
- Ensure compliance with statutory and organisational policies
- Lead and manage care and placement planning
- Maintain professional relationships with multi-agency partnerships
- Oversee budgeting and financial management
- Provide professional supervision and training for staff
- Facilitate Ofsted inspections and regulatory reports
- Annual salary of 35,000 - 40,000
- 40-hour work week with flexibility
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Comprehensive benefits package
- QCF Level 3/4 in Children and Young People (CYP)
- A minimum of one year of experience in a senior/deputy role within a children's residential service
- Comprehensive knowledge of attachment theory and quality standards
- Experience with Ofsted inspections
- A full UK driving licence
- Level 5 qualification or a willingness to undertake QCF Level 5 in leadership and management