Deputy Manager - Children's Home

Package Description

Children’s Residential Deputy Manager - EBD

Location: Plymouth

£29,600 - £30,800 + additional £3250 - £6500 per year for sleep in’s

Full time working shifts including long days and sleep ins.

Make Every Day Extraordinary with Keys Group!

Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle are essential in this role.

A minimum Level 3 qualification in Children's residential and experience within a Children's home environment is essential 

We are looking for a Deputy Manager at our Ofsted rated GOOD Children's home to become part of an amazing team, supporting young people to reach their full potential and have positive outcomes, giving them hope for the future.

At our Children's homes in the Plymouth area, we support young people aged between 8 - 18 who have experienced early life trauma, neglect or attachment disorders either as a solo or dual placement.

What do you need?

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working within a Residential Children's home.
• Minimum NVQ Level 3 or above in Children and Young people
• Related knowledge of Ofsted legislation and safeguarding procedures.
• Highly driven, proactive and enthusiastic.
• A strong people manager with a hands on approach.
• Experience of budgets and rotas.
• Full driving licence is essential.
• You need to be able to work flexibly in caring for the children. This will include working shifts and sleep-ins.

 Why Join Keys Group?

• Career Progression: We invest in your growth with clear paths to advance, including opportunities to become a Registered Manager.
• Competitive Salary: We offer the Real Living Wage as a minimum.
• Enhanced Pay Scales: Recognise both qualifications and experience with higher pay rates
• Family Support: Enhanced company maternity and paternity pay.
• Rewarding Job - Full of variety and enjoyment. No two days are ever the same
• Supportive Management -  regular supervisions and appraisals to ensure you are enjoying life at Keys Group
• Regular Team Meetings – Include and contribute your ideas towards the progression of the service and have your voice heard
• Funded Qualifications – We fully fund and support you to obtain a range of QCF’s opening up further career opportunities and extra pay
• Paid Training – Get paid to enrol in our sector leading training and level up your career
• Full Induction Program: Comprehensive introductory training to set you up for success.
• Free Meals – Enjoy complimentary meals during your shift
  Amazing Discount Schemes - Access amazing deals with the Hapi App & Blue Light Card
• NEST Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our pension plan.
• Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance – Access advice and guidance through our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you
• Annual Leave: 28 days of annual leave, including Bank Holidays entitlement
  Free Enhanced DBS Check

Keys Group is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

 We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and military families through our Armed Forces Covenant commitment.

 Keys Group proudly supports the Armed Forces Covenant, welcoming service personnel, veterans, and military families. We offer veteran-friendly policies, a peer support network, and military awareness training. Eligible current or former service personnel will receive a guaranteed interview—just ensure your military experience is detailed on your CV.

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