Norwich, Norfolk | Full-Time | 9-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
£50k per year
We are looking for a passionate and skilled Deputy Director to join our therapeutic residential service supporting children and young people aged 10-17 who have experienced trauma.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced manager or senior practitioner to take on a key leadership role within a well-established therapeutic environment, helping young people build confidence, resilience, and brighter futures.
Working closely with the Registered Manager, you will help lead a dedicated team, oversee day-to-day operations, and ensure the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and therapeutic practice.
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Supporting the leadership and management of a specialist children's residential service
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Creating a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment for young people
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Leading, developing, and motivating a multidisciplinary team
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Managing staffing levels, rotas, recruitment, and workforce planning
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Supporting care planning and therapeutic interventions
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Ensuring compliance with Children's Home Regulations and quality standards
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Building positive relationships with young people, families, and professionals
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Experience leading teams within children's residential care, therapeutic services, or a similar setting
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Strong knowledge of safeguarding and children's services
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Excellent communication and leadership skills
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Ability to inspire, motivate, and support staff teams
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Experience managing complex situations and making sound decisions
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Therapeutic, psychology, social work, counselling, or related clinical experience
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Experience working with children and young people affected by trauma
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Understanding of trauma-informed and therapeutic care approaches
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Competitive salary of £50k
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25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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Up to 6% employer pension contribution
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Healthcare and life assurance benefits
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Ongoing professional development and leadership training
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Clinical supervision and reflective practice support
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Employee referral rewards
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Opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable children and young people
If you are a compassionate and experienced professional who believes every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help shape a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment where young people can reach their full potential.
Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-Term Contract (9 Months)
Salary: £50k per year
Location: Norwich, Norfolk (On-site)
