Job Description

Residential Children’s Home Deputy Manager – 4 Bed EBD
Salary: Up to £39,000 p.a.
Sleep-In Rate: £50 per sleep
Location: Bradford
Job Type: Permanent

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of up to £39,000 depending on experience
• £50 per sleep-in
• 2 on / 4 off rota offering an excellent work-life balance
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities
• Supportive and stable management structure

Successful Applicants Will Have:

• Experience in a senior role within a residential children’s home (EBD experience preferred)
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (Level 5 desirable or willingness to work towards)
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• A genuine commitment to achieving positive outcomes for young people
• Flexibility to work a 2 on / 4 off rota, including sleep-ins and additional shifts when required
• Ability to work closely alongside the Registered Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day operation of the home to ensure effective and high-quality service delivery
• Maintaining the highest standards of care in line with Ofsted regulations, safeguarding practices, and company policies
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of residential care workers to deliver person-centred care
• Overseeing and reviewing individual care plans to ensure the needs of each child are met
• Creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment that promotes positive outcomes for young people
• Managing administrative duties including staff rotas, budgeting, and accurate record-keeping
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with external agencies, professionals, and families to support holistic care
• Encouraging professional development within the team and promoting internal career progression opportunities

To apply for this role, please contact Tabitha at Purosearch on 01904 570050 or send your CV for immediate consideration to t.wagstaff@purosearch.com.