Job Description:
Deputy Manager
Salary - up to £42,432pa
The home is based in Grantham.
Are you a natural leader with a heart for supporting children and young people?
We’re looking for a Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality, child-centred care within our Ofsted-regulated residential home. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the lives of children and contribute to a safe, therapeutic, and nurturing environment where young people can heal, grow, and thrive.
About the Role:
· As Deputy Manager, you will:
· Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home.
· Lead and supervise a team of senior and residential support workers, promoting excellent care that is responsive to the needs of our children
· Ensure the delivery of care meets the emotional and behaviourial needs of each individual child and young person in your care.
· Assist with staff development, shift planning, and supervisions.
· Promote safeguarding, reflective practice, and emotional resilience.
What We’re Looking For:
· A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
· Minimum 2 years’ experience in a residential childcare setting, ideally with some leadership responsibility.
· A solid understanding of Children’s Homes Regulations, safeguarding, and therapeutic approaches.
· A resilient, empathetic, and reliable professional committed to making a positive difference.
· Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and support others.
Why Join Us?
At Footsteps to futures we are dedicated to helping children and young people feel safe, valued, and empowered to thrive in a place they can call home. We are committed to excellence, supporting our young people to build confidence and the resilience to navigate life’s ups and downs tirelessly working towards achieving positive outcomes for our children and young people.
Benefits include
Enrolment into the NEST Pension scheme
262 hours annual leave
Regular supervisions, reviews of career and training needs/aspirations
Refer a friend scheme – recommend a friend to come and work with us and you’ll earn a £400 bonus!
Employee Assistance Programme
Blue light card paid for by the company.
Access to psychological support and wellbeing programmes
In house team member of the month
FtF employee of the month
Paid qualifications relevant to your role
Additional annual leave bonus at 2 and 5 years
We are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates offered employment will be subject to compulsory screening checks including employment references and an Enhanced DBS check. In line with OFSTED compliance candidates must be aged 21 years or over.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £42,432.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Do you require visa sponsorship or a transfer of visa?
- Do you have a driving licence?
Education:
- Certificate of Higher Education (required)
Experience:
- Residential Childrens care: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Level 3 qualification in Residential children's home (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
