Deputy Manager

Role Description

Deputy Manager

Location: Church Fenton, Tadcaster

Pay: 

£15.79 = £32,843.20 up to £16.51 = £34,340.80 DOE plus £3000 average for sleep ins 

Extraordinary Days Every Day

At Cambian Group, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a Deputy Manger, based within Goole, every moment you spend with our young people (ages 8–18) helps them feel safe, valued and supported.

A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters.

Main Purpose of the Job:

To assist the manager in achieving the aims and objectives of the statement of purpose.           
To deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager.                                                     
To support and manage the staff to enable them to meet the needs of the children and young people.                                                                                                                         
To undertake direct work with children and young people as appropriate.                   
To be the responsible person in managing child protection concerns and complaints.
To work in partnership with other professionals to achieve optimum outcomes for young people.                                                                                                                         
To offer supervisions and support to senior staff in line with care quality standards and Children’s Homes Regulations 2015.

Qualifications/Experience/Requirements

NVQ 3 in caring for Children and Young People (or equivalent)
Understanding of Ofsted framework (SCCIF)
12 months experience working in a residential setting with young people with challenging behaviour including supervisory experience.
Knowledge of the Children Act and other relevant legislation
Team Building Skills
Supervision Skills and ability to manage teams effectively
Excellent organisational skills
Ability to motivate and enthuse staff
A Full UK driving licence is required do to the location and nature of the role

What we can offer:

£30 Sleep in rate
Overtime paid at an enhanced rate
224 hours annual leave per year
Career enhancing qualifications and clear progression
Full enhanced children’s and adults DBS paid for by Cambian Group
7 - day paid intensive induction training course, face to face and online learning to support your development starting immediately
Guaranteed opportunity to be enrolled onto an level 5 Leadership & Management qualification
Free onsite parking and meals provided during your shift
Company events / Fundraising / social activities
Long service annual leave
Refer a friend scheme
Continued support and opportunity for development from your leadership team

Your Next Step

This isn’t just a job - it’s a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time.

Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today!

Safeguarding Statement

Caretech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.

*New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people’s records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role.*