Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
£35200 - £42531
Permanent
Job Title: Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Care
Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, UK
Salary: £16.93 per hour
Job Description:
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people? A leading specialist provider is seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager to join their residential care home in Peterborough. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to lead a team, ensure high standards of care, and support children with learning difficulties and challenging behaviours. The Deputy Manager role in Peterborough offers a rewarding environment where no two days are the same, and your efforts will directly impact young people's futures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, motivate, and manage staff to deliver exceptional care in the children’s residential home in Peterborough.
- Oversee daily operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and exceeding key performance indicators.
- Support the development and implementation of care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Maintain a safe environment by adhering to safeguarding policies and legislation.
- Collaborate with external agencies and families to promote positive outcomes for children and young people.
- Ensure staff are trained and supported to deliver high-quality care.
- Manage resources efficiently to meet the needs of the home and its residents.
Requirements:
- Diploma Level 5 in Residential Childcare or equivalent, or willingness to work towards.
- Minimum of 2 years supervisor experience within a children’s home.
- Previous experience as a Deputy Manager is desirable.
- Good knowledge of Ofsted standards, safeguarding, and relevant legislation.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate a team.
- Computer literate and highly organised with excellent multitasking abilities.
- Passionate about achieving positive outcomes for children and young people.
Join us in Peterborough and be part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference.
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.
