Chidren's Residential Deputy Manager North Somerset.
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Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home
Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset (BS23)
Salary:
£36,036 per annum (£18.48 per hour)
Sleep-in rate:
£70 per shift (additional to salary)
On-call allowance:
£50 per shift (£75 if Level 5 qualified)
About the Role
We are recruiting for an experienced
Deputy Manager
to join a children's residential home in Weston-Super-Mare.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong Senior or existing Deputy Manager to step into a leadership role within a supportive and nurturing environment, working with young people aged
8-18 with complex needs and behaviours .
You will work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure the home delivers
high-quality, safe and Ofsted-compliant care , while supporting and developing the staff team.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home
Lead shifts and supervise staff to ensure safe and effective care delivery
Promote safeguarding and ensure the welfare of all young people
Support care planning, reviews, and regulatory compliance
Contribute to achieving and maintaining
GOOD or above Ofsted ratings
Act as the lead in the absence of the Registered Manager
Support staff through supervision, mentoring, and development
Build strong relationships with external professionals and families
Shift Pattern & Working Structure
Long day / sleep-in model
10:00am - 10:30am the following day (with sleep-in)
Staff typically off duty by
11:00pm
(overtime paid if exceeded)
Minimum
1 office-based shift per week
(more depending on service needs)
Includes
weekends and sleep-ins
Participation in
on-call rota (weekdays & weekends)
Sleep-in earnings (approx. per annum):
9 sleeps = £8,190
8 sleeps = £7,280
7 sleeps = £6,370
Requirements
Essential:
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
Level 5 in Leadership & Management (or working towards)
Experience within
children's residential care
Strong knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted regulations
Ability to lead shifts and manage staff effectively
Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
Previous Deputy Manager or Senior experience
Experience supporting children with complex behaviours
What's on Offer
Competitive salary + sleep-in payments
Additional on-call payments
Clear progression opportunities
Supportive management structure
Ongoing training and development
Opportunity to make a real difference in young people's lives
About the Service
The home provides a
safe, structured and nurturing environment , supporting young people to develop independence, emotional wellbeing and positive life outcomes.
Care is delivered in line with
Children's Homes Regulations and Ofsted standards , with a strong focus on therapeutic and child-centred approaches.
Apply Now
If you are an experienced children's residential professional ready to take the next step into a Deputy Manager role, we would love to hear from you.
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- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Property