Deputy Home Manager

Deputy Care Manager – Preston

Salary up to £38,000 per year

Full\-Time \| Permanent

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Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Are you a current Deputy Manager within an Ofsted\-regulated children's residential home looking for a genuine opportunity to become a Registered Manager?

At Embrace Care, we're looking for an experienced Deputy Care Manager to join our Preston service and play a key role in the next stage of our growth. This role has been designed specifically for an established Deputy Manager who is ready to develop their leadership skills and progress into a Registered Manager position.

As part of our expansion plans, you'll be enrolled onto our Fast\-Track Registered Manager Development Programme, giving you the opportunity to work closely with experienced leaders and gain the skills, knowledge and experience needed to successfully manage your own service in the future.

Embrace Care supports children and young people with Autism, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Emotional and Behavioural Needs, and other complex needs. Our focus is on creating safe, nurturing and therapeutic environments where children and young people can thrive, build independence and achieve positive outcomes.

As Deputy Care Manager, you will support the Registered Manager in the day\-to\-day running of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding and compliance are maintained. You will lead and develop your team, support care planning and quality assurance processes, build positive relationships with families and professionals, and help create an environment where both young people and colleagues can succeed.

We're looking for someone who is already working as a Deputy Manager within an Ofsted\-regulated children's residential setting and has a strong understanding of safeguarding, Children's Homes Regulations and Ofsted requirements. You will hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or be actively working towards it, and be passionate about delivering outstanding care and achieving positive outcomes for children and young people.

In return, you'll receive a competitive salary of up to £38,000 per year, annual pay reviews, a performance\-related bonus scheme, healthcare benefits, free meals whilst on shift, free on\-site parking, ongoing leadership development and a £1,000 refer\-a\-friend bonus.

Most importantly, you'll join a growing organisation that is committed to developing future Registered Managers from within. We believe in recognising talent, investing in our people and creating clear career pathways for ambitious leaders who want to make a difference.

This position is intended for existing Deputy Managers who are seeking progression towards a Registered Manager role. Applications from candidates who have not previously held a Deputy Manager position within a children's residential setting will not be considered.

If you're ready to take the next step in your leadership career and join an organisation that genuinely invests in your future, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Embrace Care and begin your journey towards becoming a Registered Manager.

Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent

Pay: £37,000\.00\-£38,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress


• Company events


• Employee discount


• Free parking


• Health \& wellbeing programme


• On\-site parking


• Private medical insurance


• Referral programme

• Preston PR1 3TH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

• Do you have experience of working with Children in an Ofsted regulated home? (State, Yes/No)

• Driving Licence (preferred)

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