Deputy Children's Manager
Deputy Children's Manager
Deputy Children's Worker - Full Time - 2:4 shift pattern with Sleep-ins / 3 Bed EBD
Working at Crystal Care Solutions means being part of a passionate, values-driven organisation that puts children and young people at the heart of everything we do. Join us and help make a genuine difference every single day.
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Deputy Care Manager to help lead our dedicated team in providing therapeutic care to children and young people in our residential homes. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills, a commitment to best practice, and a desire to help young people thrive.
About this role
Your Role
Leading care practices in the home and deputising for the Registered Manager
Overseeing staff supervision, development, and performance
Ensuring compliance with safeguarding protocols and regulatory requirements
Working directly with children to promote positive relationships and outcomes
Planning shifts, allocating resources, and maintaining smooth day-to-day operations
Supporting the development and implementation of individual care and therapeutic plans
Collaborating with external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for young people
Promoting an inclusive, nurturing, and stable home environment
What we are looking for
Essential:
· 1 years’ experience in a supervisory or management role in residential care
· 2 years’ experience working in residential childcare
· Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
· Willingness and ability to complete Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification
· Excellent understanding of child development, trauma-informed practice, and safeguarding
· Proven team leadership, organisation, and delegation skills
· Knowledge of regulations and legal frameworks in residential care
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Confident in using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
· Full UK Driving Licence
· Resilience, adaptability, and ability to work under pressure
· Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and sleep-ins
· Commitment to ongoing professional development
Desirable:
· Level 5 qualification in Leadership & Management
· Experience managing staff performance and leading team development
Crystal Care Solutions reserves the right to close the vacancy in the event of a high number of candidate and to complete pre-screens and interviews whilst advertising, Therefore early applications are advised.
What you will need
Required criteria
- 1 years’ experience in a supervisory or management role in residential children's care
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
- Knowledge of regulations and legal frameworks in residential care
- Proven team leadership, organisation, and delegation skills
- Excellent understanding of child development, trauma-informed practice, and safeguarding
- Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and sleep-ins
Desired criteria
- Experience managing staff performance and leading team development
- Level 5 qualification in Leadership & Management of Children's Residential Care
- Prior experience of Taking responsibility for overseeing aspects of the home in the absence of the Registered Manager and Deputy.
- Experience of supporting Ofsted Inspections
Skills needed for this job opportunity
Audit Regulation Awareness
Team Management
Developing People
Communication
Providing Care
Empathy
Organisational skills
Experience working with vulnerable people
