Childrens Deputy Manager

?? Ofsted bonuses, occupancy bonuses, pension & excellent benefits

The Recruitment Crowd is recruiting on behalf of a confidential client for an experienced Children's Therapeutic Deputy Manager to join a specialist 3-bed children's residential home in Gateshead.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive, trauma-informed organisation that provides therapeutic care for children and young people with learning disabilities and emotional and behavioural needs.

Working alongside the Registered Manager, you'll help lead the day-to-day operation of the home, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding and compliance while supporting and developing the staff team.

You'll play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment where children can thrive.

Shift Pattern:

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• Two on-shift days: 7:30am - 9:30pm
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• Administrative shifts: 8:30am - 4:30pm
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• One contracted sleep-in per week
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• Salary of £37,640 - £39,640 (including contracted sleep-in)
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• Additional sleep-ins paid at £70 per night
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• Ofsted bonus of £250 per inspection
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• Monthly occupancy bonuses
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• Pension scheme
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• 28 days annual leave
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• 3 paid wellbeing days each year
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• Company mobile phone
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• Comprehensive trauma-informed training
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• Ongoing leadership development and mentoring
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• Opportunity to complete Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification
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• Supportive, values-led working environment with genuine career progression
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We're looking for someone who has:

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• Experience working within a Children's Residential Home, ideally in a Senior Support Worker or Deputy Manager role
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• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (essential)
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• A good understanding of trauma-informed and therapeutic practice
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• Knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations and safeguarding requirements
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• Strong leadership, communication and mentoring skills
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• Full UK driving licence
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• A passion for delivering outstanding outcomes for children and young people
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If you're ready to take the next step in your residential childcare career and join a supportive organisation committed to therapeutic care, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with The Recruitment Crowd to find out more.

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