Residential Children's Home Deputy Manager

Residential Children's Home Deputy Manager - Weymouth

We are looking for Deputy Managers to join our Residential Children Services in Weymouth. Our homes vary from a one‑bed property to a six‑bed property, and our children are aged between 5 and 17 on admission. This is a solo placement home. You will be an experienced Deputy Manager working in an environment and culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

As Deputy Manager, you will support the registered manager in the day‑to‑day running of the home, and support the continued development of a team of Residential Child Care Workers who help and support our children who have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences and trauma, using our trauma‑informed practices, which are embedded within our culture. Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the child care sector.

Not only do we source and deliver up‑to‑date training opportunities, but we also prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you’re getting the most out of your career. Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we are looking for a committed and dedicated Deputy Manager.

You’ll be a natural at building a rapport with children and someone full of empathy, so you can understand and relate to the young people you work with. You will need to have at least 2 years’ experience of being a Deputy Manager working in a Children’s Residential Setting, hold your level 5 in leadership and management or be prepared to work toward it, it is desirable to have a minimum of Level 3 in Children and Young Peoples Work Force, have a proven track record with Ofsted, Legislative Framework.

Due to the location of the Home a Driving Licence is Essential.

We provide bespoke residential children’s homes for young people who have had a difficult start to life. Our homes are run by kind, compassionate and resilient people who give children a sense of security they may have struggled to find until now. These individuals open their hearts to the children they look after, forming deep connections that help turn children’s lives around.

They are dependable, responsible role models whose positive influence can last a lifetime.

On average 39 hours a week on a rota basis – some flexibility will be needed to ensure the smooth running of the home. You will split your shifts 80% working on shift with our young people and 20% administration hours. You will be required to do sleep‑ins whilst on shift; you will get paid and an additional £50 per sleep‑in.

• 30 days (22 days plus 8 bank holidays) annual leave allowance
• On‑going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• We are committed to your development – we hold a Gold Investors in People Award
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Blue Light card
• Ongoing training and support from in‑house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Long service and recognition scheme

Please do not delay in applying. Apply directly and fill out an application form or call Recruitment on Option 2 for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.