Description
Children Deputy Manager-Respite Service-Nottingham-£40K
Location: Nottingham
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Contract: Monday- Friday- 37.5 hours a week
Are you ready to take the next step in your career in children’s residential care? We are looking for a committed and experienced Deputy Manager to support the running of a small, 1-bed respite home for children and young people with additional or complex needs in Nottingham.
About the Role:
As Deputy Manager, you will work closely with the Registered Manager to provide safe, nurturing, and high-quality short-term care. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop leadership skills in a supportive, person-centred environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the day-to-day management of the home and ensure compliance with Ofsted and safeguarding standards
- Supervise and mentor care staff, promoting high standards of professional practice
- Contribute to care planning and ensure children’s emotional and physical needs are met
- Maintain a child-focused approach and positive relationships with families and external agencies
- Take part in on-call duties and support the Registered Manager with audits, reports, and quality assurance
Skills & Experience Required:
- At least 2 years’ experience in a residential children’s care setting
- Previous experience in a senior or team leader role
- Working towards or hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards)
- Strong understanding of safeguarding, Ofsted standards, and children’s rights
- Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills
- A compassionate, calm, and resilient approach to care
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary of £40,000
- Opportunity to grow into a Registered Manager role
- Supportive management and training for continued development
- A chance to make a real difference in a small, impactful service
For more information, call Lindsay on 01904 571187 or email your CV to [email protected].
