Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home
| Posting date: | 19 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 June 2025 |
| Location: | Stockton-On-Tees, County Durham |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Moonrise 24hr Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | DepManCRH |
Summary
Job Title: Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home
Location: Stockton on Tees
Salary: £40.000- £43.000 based on experience
Hours: Full-time, Permanent 37.5hrs per week with flexibility for evenings/weekends
Reports to: Registered Manager
Moonrise24
We are a new ambitious childcare company dedicated to providing high quality therapeutic residential care for children and young people aged 6-17. Our homes are warm safe spaces where children and young people are supported to grow and achieve their full potential. We believe every child deserves the chance to thrive and that starts with a strong committed team, who are enthusiastic about making a difference. As a new company this is your opportunity to shape and develop the service
Job Purpose:
As Deputy Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the Registered Manager in leading the home, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and positive outcomes for children and young people. You will provide strong leadership to staff, ensure compliance with Ofsted and regulatory standards, and help create a home where children feel valued, respected, and supported.
Key Responsibilities
• Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home.
• Lead, supervise, and develop a team of residential support workers.
• Ensure the home meets all regulatory requirements.
• Support in developing and implementing individual care plans.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children.
• Support children in developing life skills, emotional resilience, and educational achievement.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation in line with policies.
• Manage shifts, rotas, and on-call responsibilities as required.
• Assist with recruitment, training, and performance management of staff.
• Actively engage in the therapeutic, trauma-informed culture of the home.
Person Specification:
Essential:
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) – and willingness to work towards Level 5 in Leadership and Management.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a children’s residential setting.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, child development, and relevant legislation (Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, Working Together to Safeguard Children.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to handle crises, make decisions under pressure, and remain calm and professional.
• Full UK Driving License
Desirable:
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards).
• Experience with children with complex needs, trauma, or challenging behaviours.
Our Offer:
• Competitive salary.
• Pension scheme
• 3 months sick pay
• 28 days holidays
• Full induction, training, and support to gain qualifications.
• A dynamic, values-led working environment.
• Opportunities for progression as the company grows.
• Access to therapeutic training and reflective practice sessions
• A chance to help shape the culture and impact of a brand-new organisation
• Career progression opportunities as the company expands.
How to Apply:
If you’re ready to be part of an inspiring new chapter in children’s care we want to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV and a brief covering letter to angelaaskins@moonrise24hr.co.uk
Location: Stockton on Tees
Salary: £40.000- £43.000 based on experience
Hours: Full-time, Permanent 37.5hrs per week with flexibility for evenings/weekends
Reports to: Registered Manager
Moonrise24
We are a new ambitious childcare company dedicated to providing high quality therapeutic residential care for children and young people aged 6-17. Our homes are warm safe spaces where children and young people are supported to grow and achieve their full potential. We believe every child deserves the chance to thrive and that starts with a strong committed team, who are enthusiastic about making a difference. As a new company this is your opportunity to shape and develop the service
Job Purpose:
As Deputy Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the Registered Manager in leading the home, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and positive outcomes for children and young people. You will provide strong leadership to staff, ensure compliance with Ofsted and regulatory standards, and help create a home where children feel valued, respected, and supported.
Key Responsibilities
• Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home.
• Lead, supervise, and develop a team of residential support workers.
• Ensure the home meets all regulatory requirements.
• Support in developing and implementing individual care plans.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children.
• Support children in developing life skills, emotional resilience, and educational achievement.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation in line with policies.
• Manage shifts, rotas, and on-call responsibilities as required.
• Assist with recruitment, training, and performance management of staff.
• Actively engage in the therapeutic, trauma-informed culture of the home.
Person Specification:
Essential:
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) – and willingness to work towards Level 5 in Leadership and Management.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a children’s residential setting.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, child development, and relevant legislation (Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, Working Together to Safeguard Children.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to handle crises, make decisions under pressure, and remain calm and professional.
• Full UK Driving License
Desirable:
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards).
• Experience with children with complex needs, trauma, or challenging behaviours.
Our Offer:
• Competitive salary.
• Pension scheme
• 3 months sick pay
• 28 days holidays
• Full induction, training, and support to gain qualifications.
• A dynamic, values-led working environment.
• Opportunities for progression as the company grows.
• Access to therapeutic training and reflective practice sessions
• A chance to help shape the culture and impact of a brand-new organisation
• Career progression opportunities as the company expands.
How to Apply:
If you’re ready to be part of an inspiring new chapter in children’s care we want to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV and a brief covering letter to angelaaskins@moonrise24hr.co.uk