Children's Home Deputy Manager

Location Lancashire
Discipline: Healthcare
Job type: Permanent
Salary: 36000.00
Contact name: Kirsty Chasmer
Contact email: kirsty.chasmer@blackstone-recruitment.co.uk
Job ref: J6717
Startdate: 12/05/2025

Blackstone Recruitment are working with a private client who offer residential care, education and therapeutic services for 6 to 18 year olds and are currently recruiting for a Children's Home Deputy Manager. 

Are you an experienced deputy manager who is looking for a new direction? Then become a highly valued Children's Home Deputy Manager with our client, and start a truly rewarding career!

Hours: two days on, four days off (including sleep nights).  We are a 365 day a year service due to the nature of our work.  Rotas given in advance

Pay: up to £36,000 per annum, based on qualifications held (includes sleep night allowance)

 

Our client are driven to changing children’s’ lives for the better by providing best-in-class specialist services. We are looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable Deputy Manager to join our dedicated and highly valued team based in Huddersfield. The home is a solo service, providing therapeutic care for a young person who may initially struggle to live in a larger group home. We think that our teams are the best in the industry - if you want to join us, there has never been a better time!   

What we can offer a Children's Home Deputy Manager:

Our homes offer the very best in children led, therapeutic care.  We feel that there are so many reasons to join us!  We want you to feel valued and supported in your role and as such, we offer:
  • Routes for progression and development
  • BILD accredited, paid induction training 
  • Access to a company app that provides high street discounts, online medical support, financial advise and counselling
  • A day off for your birthday (in addition to your holiday entitlement)
  • A warm, family work environment and a company culture focused on fun
  • Full support within your role and a good work/life balance
  • Access to a holiday home based in the Peak District where you can stay for free, on the company and much more!

Essential requirements for a Children's Home Deputy Manager:

  • A minimum of 2 years experience in a children's residential care home (within the last 5 years)
  • At least 12 months in a role requiring the supervision and management of staff working in a care role 
  • Level 3 Diploma (or above) in Residential Childcare (England) or equivalent 
  • Thorough knowledge of Ofsted regulations and expectations, relevant legislation and Quality Standards
  • Excellent communication and team leader skills.
  • A full, UK driving licence issued in the UK
  • Right to work in the UK with no restrictions
  • Candidates must be over the age of 21 to meet industry regulations

 

Please APPLY now or contact Kirsty at Blackstone on 0203 146 9848 if you are interested.