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Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people? We are recruiting on behalf of a well-respected client for a Deputy Manager to join their team in a 2–3 bedded children's residential home, supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and mild to moderate Learning Disabilities (LD).

Benefits Include:

* Achievable bonus of up to £5,000 (£3,500 for a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating).

* Refer a Friend Scheme – £400 reward.

* Employee of the Season – receive a full day of annual leave.

* Employee of the Year – £500 cash bonus plus a full day of annual leave.

* Opportunities for career progression and development.

* 30 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).

* Bereavement Leave.

* Loyalty Bonus for length of service.

About the Role:
As the Deputy Manager, you will work alongside the Registered Manager to lead a multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality care and support services for young people with complex needs. Key responsibilities include:

* Creating a warm, nurturing environment tailored to the needs of the young people.

* Ensuring the home operates in compliance with Ofsted standards, policies, and regulations.

* Developing and implementing care plans to meet the social, emotional, and educational needs of young people.

* Leading on strategies to manage challenging behaviours and promote safeguarding.

* Managing staff performance, providing supervision, and ensuring access to training and development.

* Overseeing budgets, staffing, and administrative tasks to ensure the smooth running of the home.

About You:
To excel in this role, you’ll need:

* Essential qualifications: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (Children and Young People) and NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People (or equivalent).

* Significant experience working in a residential setting with young people who display challenging behaviours.

* Proven ability to manage and lead a team effectively, ensuring high standards of care.

* Strong knowledge of safeguarding and experience working with external agencies.

* A full driving licence and willingness to use your own vehicle when required.

Key Skills & Behaviours:

* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

* A proactive, empathetic, and flexible approach.

* Ability to manage budgets and handle administrative responsibilities.

* Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to step into a rewarding role where you can directly impact young people's lives while enjoying great benefits and career development opportunities.

Apply today to make a real difference in young people's lives!

P4 Recruitment is managing this vacancy on behalf of our client. The client’s name will not be disclosed at this stage