Children's Deputy Manager
| Company: | Purosearch |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £31,072 to £32,900 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | PE6 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 16 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 15 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Children's Home Deputy Manager
Salary: £31,072–£32,900 per annum + sleep-in allowance
Location: Crowland, PE6
Home Size: TBC
Salary & Benefits
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Basic salary between £31,072 and £32,900 per annum
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£50 per sleep-in
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Additional annual sleep-in earnings, depending on rota:
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Approximately £3,150 based on 6 sleep-ins per month over 10.5 months
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Approximately £5,250 based on 10 sleep-ins per month over 10.5 months
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15-hour shifts, from 8am to 11pm, with sleep-in duties once the young people are settled
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Three-week rolling rota, offering a planned shift pattern
What We're Looking For
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Ideally holds a Level 4 and Level 5 Diploma in Young People and Children
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At least one year of experience in a similar role
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Full UK driving licence with a clean driving record
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Clean DBS check
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Right to work in the UK
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Strong communication, organisation and leadership skills
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A genuine commitment to safeguarding and providing safe, nurturing care for children and young people
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The ability to support staff and promote positive outcomes for young people
Key Roles & Responsibilities
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Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the children's home
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Help ensure young people receive safe, consistent and child-centred care
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Support the staff team, providing guidance and promoting good practice
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Help maintain safeguarding standards and ensure concerns are recorded and escalated appropriately
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Contribute to care planning, risk assessments and behaviour support strategies
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Maintain accurate records and ensure care is delivered in line with relevant policies and procedures
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Build positive relationships with young people, colleagues, families and external professionals
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Support the development of a positive, structured and nurturing home environment
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Work collaboratively with the management team to maintain high standards of care
Shift Pattern
The role follows a three-week rolling rota, with shifts running from 8am to 11pm. Once the young people are settled for the night, staff sleep on shift, wake at approximately 7:30am for a 30-minute handover, and finish by 8am.
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Week 1: Monday and Thursday
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Week 2: Tuesday, Friday and Sunday
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Week 3: Wednesday and Saturday
To apply for this role, please contact Tabitha at Purosearch on 01904 570050 or send your CV for immediate consideration to
t.wagstaff@purosearch.com.
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