Company: HR EMPLOYMENT BUREAU LIMITED
Job Type: Permanent, FullTime
Salary: £36,712 per annum
OverviewWe are currently recruiting for an experienced Deputy Home Manager to support the running of three solo occupancy residential homes in Shropshire.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Residential Childcare Worker looking to step up, or an existing Deputy seeking a new challenge within a well-established and supportive environment.
Working closely with the Home Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality care, effective team leadership, and full regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities- Support the Home Manager in the day-to-day running of the homes
- Deputise for the Home Manager in their absence
- Lead, motivate, and develop staff teams to deliver high standards of care
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and quality standards
- Promote a safe, structured, and positive environment for young people
- Support behaviour management strategies and care planning
- Contribute to continuous improvement and service development
- Participate in the on-call rota
Working Hours- Predominantly Monday to Friday office hours
- Requirement to complete a minimum of 4 shifts per rota period, including sleep-ins
- Participation in an on-call rota
Requirements- Minimum 1 year’s experience as a Senior Residential Childcare Worker
- NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for young people
- Flexibility to work shifts and sleep-ins as required
Desirable:
- Interest or experience in outdoor activities or education
Benefits- Access to holiday homes across the UK
- Blue Light Card
- Cycle to work scheme
- Meals provided whilst on shift
- Enhanced pay for bank holidays (time and a half)
- Clear progression opportunities into senior and management roles
- Ongoing training and development, including access to a wide range of CPD-accredited courses
- Employee wellbeing and support programmes
- Free on-site parking
- Casual dress
Additional benefits:
- Stable staffing model with no agency usage
