Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Care
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Going rate £33,400UK median £30,140
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2324Early education and childcare services managers
Going rate for this occupation: £33,400 · UK median pay £30,140
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Where this salary sits
- UK pay for this occupation
- This role£40,000 to £45,000stated · above the range ONS published
- Going rate£33,400
- UK median£30,140
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| Percentile | Pay |
|---|---|
| 25th | £25,935 |
| 50th | £30,140 |
| 75th | £36,539 |
| Going rate | £33,400 |
| UK median | £30,140 |
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Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Care
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per year
Hours: 40 hours per week
About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day leadership and management of a children’s residential home in Milton Keynes.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring children and young people receive safe, nurturing and high-quality residential childcare , particularly those with emotional, behavioural and complex needs.
They will support the Registered Manager with safeguarding, staff management, regulatory compliance and quality assurance , helping create a positive environment where children and young people can thrive and achieve positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Registered Manager with the effective day-to-day running of the children’s home . Deputise for the Registered Manager in their absence. Lead, motivate, supervise and develop the residential care team. Lead shifts and oversee staffing levels and rotas. Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. Ensure high-quality, child-centred care is provided in line with individual care plans. Support care planning, risk assessments and behaviour support plans . Promote positive behaviour and support young people with challenging or complex needs. Maintain accurate records, reports and documentation. Ensure safeguarding procedures, policies and regulatory requirements are followed. Support compliance with the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted requirements . Contribute to audits, quality assurance and continuous service improvement. Build effective relationships with families, social workers, local authorities and other professionals. Participate in the management on-call rota and work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
About You
The successful Deputy Manager will have:
Previous experience as a Senior Residential Support Worker, Team Leader, Deputy Manager or similar leadership role within children’s residential care. A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare / Children & Young People , or equivalent. Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection . Experience managing safeguarding concerns, risk and challenging situations. Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills. The ability to lead, motivate and support a residential care team. A genuine passion for improving outcomes for children and young people. Good IT, administration, recording and report-writing skills. Full UK driving licence.
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