Job Title: Deputy Manager
Location: Edgware
Salary: £35,000 – £42,000 per annum
Sector: Residential Care – Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)

We are excited to offer an excellent opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Deputy Manager to join a newly established residential children’s home in Edgware. This home will provide a nurturing and supportive environment for children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), especially those who have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). Working alongside a committed team and visionary directors, you will play a key role in leading a team that is focused on transforming the lives of young people and creating a safe, stable, and therapeutic environment for their growth and development.

The Role: Deputy Manager
As Deputy Manager, you will support the Home Manager in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring high standards of care and safeguarding. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Home Manager in running the home efficiently and ensuring that care is delivered to the highest standards in line with EBD-focused strategies.
• Managing and leading a team of care staff, providing guidance, supervision, and support to ensure consistency and quality in care delivery.
• Ensuring that the emotional, social, and physical needs of the children are met, with a particular focus on managing and supporting the complexities of EBD.
• Fostering a positive, emotionally supportive environment that enables children to overcome their challenges and thrive.
• Promoting a safe and stable environment that empowers children to learn, grow, and develop new coping mechanisms and life skills.
• Ensuring that care is provided in line with National Standards, Children’s Home Regulations, and other relevant frameworks.
• Building strong relationships with external professionals, such as social workers and local authorities, to ensure the children’s needs are being met and to enhance service delivery.
• Contributing to the development of the home by helping the Home Manager implement plans for continuous improvement and high-quality care.

About You:
To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Extensive experience in residential childcare, with a proven track record in managing children with EBD and the complexities associated with it.
• A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification.
• Strong knowledge of Children’s Home Regulations, National Minimum Standards, and the framework for delivering high-quality care.
• A genuine passion for working with children with emotional and behavioural difficulties, with a focus on empowering children to succeed despite the challenges they face.
• Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and manage a team of care staff effectively.
• A patient, compassionate, and positive approach to managing challenging behaviors, with a focus on creating a nurturing and supportive environment.

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive salary of £35,000 – £42,000 per annum.
• Pension contribution.
• Generous annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays.
• The opportunity to work within a passionate and dedicated team focused on making a difference in the lives of children.
• Career development opportunities with access to relevant training and support for your personal and professional growth.

Recruitment Timeline:

• Applications are encouraged as soon as possible.
• To apply, please submit your CV and application form.
• For a confidential discussion, please contact Alex at alex@hamptonsresourcing.com or call 01926 356 549.

We are committed to promoting equality and diversity in our workforce and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are happy to provide any necessary adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates.