Deputy Manager

Deputy Manager (Children's Residential Care)

Location: Prenton CH43

Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm (with on-call responsibilities & weekend work when required to meet the business needs)

****Sponsorship not available for this position****

At Positive Choices Ltd our ethos as an organisation is to provide safe, therapeutic and nurturing environments for children and young people to thrive in and achieve the best possible outcomes in life.

Are you an experienced care professional ready to step into a leadership role? Positive Choices Ltd are seeking a Deputy Manager to work alongside the Home Manager in our beautiful group living home located in the Wirral that will support children and young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs.

This is a brand-new home, and the successful candidate will assist in starting this home from scratch. This role is crucial in ensuring that our care home provides a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for all children and young people in the home, ensuring regulatory compliance and high standards of care are provided.

Our home uses the PACE model to create a safe, caring environment to help young people feel secure and build positive relationships.

We offer a bespoke package of support led by a team of passionate and experienced managers, helping young people to manage their emotions and behaviours in a safe, supportive environment.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a new organisation dedicated to creating safe, nurturing environments where young people can thrive.

About the Role:

As Deputy Manager, you will support the Home Manager in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the home. You will lead and support staff teams, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and help deliver outstanding care and outcomes for the children in our care.

You will:

· Supervise and support care staff in the home.

· Lead by example, developing and guiding the staff team to provide exceptional care.

· Conduct regular staff supervision and team meetings, fostering a collaborative, supportive culture within the team and ensuring open communication.

· Attend meetings focused on young people's progress and well-being, advocating for their needs and ensuring their voices are heard in decision-making.

· Ensure high standards of practice and record-keeping

· Maintain full compliance with Ofsted regulations and standards, fostering a safe, high-quality environment where young people can thrive.

· Manage staff rotas to ensure consistent and adequate coverage, including stepping in for shift cover when required.

· Contribute to inspections, audits, and ongoing development

· Participate in the on-call rota and support homes during weekends when required

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience working in a children's residential care setting (or similar) with a solid understanding of the unique challenges and rewards of this setting.
• Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Demonstrated experience in residential children's care, with a solid understanding of the unique challenges and rewards of this setting.
• A commitment to trauma-informed, child-centred practice
• Knowledge of Ofsted standards and best practices in residential care for young people.
• Strong leadership skills, with proven experience in supervising and developing staff.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• A confident and reliable decision-maker with the ability to step in effectively during the Home Manager's absence.
• Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per year (dependent on experience)
• Ongoing training, development, and support

Join Positive Choices Ltd and help shape safe, supportive spaces where young people can rebuild, grow, and succeed.

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All offers are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references. Positive Choices Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Prenton CH43 4TU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Completed Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care?
• Previous management / supervisory experience in a residential care setting?

Experience:

• Children's residential care or equivalent: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person