Children's Residential Deputy Manager

We are seeking a Deputy Manager who consistently demonstrates strong leadership and effective people management skills, while always prioritising the care and wellbeing of our young people and developing those crucial, trusting relationships. Working closely with the Registered Manager, you will play a key role to help shape the culture, standards, and daily operations of the home. You will provide clear leadership to the team, model outstanding childcare practice, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, child-centred care in line with regulatory and organisational standards. You will play a crucial role in building and maintaining a therapeutic, trauma-informed environment where young people feel safe, valued, and supported to achieve positive outcomes. You will supervise a team of Senior Support Workers and Support Workers, ensuring that children and young people are supported in their physical, psychological, emotional, and social development. In partnership with the Registered Manager, you will ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations and other essential statutory requirements, including safeguarding and health and safety standards.

• Diploma/NVQ Qualified (Minimum Level 3) in a social care related subject.
• The ability to inspire and motivate your team and young people within the service.
• Promote a culture of high standards and excellent performance.
• A caring, compassionate and resilient nature.
  
  At Break we invest in the future of our staff just as we do for the young people in our services. We strive to provide the highest quality of care, so whether you're just starting your career in children's social care or are already qualified, you'll be supported, recognised and rewarded for your essential part in our vital work.
  
  A "golden hello" scheme welcoming you to our services, with £500 paid to you one month after your start date and a second £500 at the six-month mark. (Not available to candidates referred by recruitment agencies) (Subject to conditions)
• A referral scheme offering the same two payments as the golden hello if you recommend a contact who goes on to be employed by Break in care services. (subject to conditions)
• 31 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays)
• Annual leave purchase
• Additional service-related holiday from 2 years
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company funded medical cash plan
• Enhanced sick pay and family friendly leave
• Pension salary sacrifice
• Life assurance to the value of 3x your annual salary
• Access to the Blue Light benefits platform enabling you to access discounts across a range of shops, venues and services (your membership fee will be reimbursed)
• Access to multiple Wellbeing initiatives
• The opportunity to influence Break's strategy and direction through our Staff Consultation Forum
• Cycle to Work and Tech scheme
• And more
Full details of the role, including a job description and person specification can be found within the 'documents' section.