Children's Therapeutic Deputy Manager

The Recruitment Crowd is recruiting on behalf of a confidential client for an experienced Children's Therapeutic Deputy Manager to join a specialist 3-bed children's residential home in Gateshead. This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive, trauma-informed organisation that provides therapeutic care for children and young people with learning disabilities and emotional and behavioural needs. The RoleWorking alongside the Registered Manager, you'll help lead the day-to-day operation of the home, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding and compliance while supporting and developing the staff team. You'll play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment where children can thrive. Shift Pattern: • Two on-shift days: 7:30am - 9:30pm • Administrative shifts: 8:30am - 4:30pm • One contracted sleep-in per week What's on Offer? • Salary of £37,640 - £39,640 (including contracted sleep-in) • Additional sleep-ins paid at £70 per night • Ofsted bonus of £250 per inspection • Monthly occupancy bonuses • Pension scheme • 28 days annual leave • 3 paid wellbeing days each year • Company mobile phone • Comprehensive trauma-informed training • Ongoing leadership development and mentoring • Opportunity to complete Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification • Supportive, values-led working environment with genuine career progression About YouWe're looking for someone who has: • Experience working within a Children's Residential Home, ideally in a Senior Support Worker or Deputy Manager role • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (essential) • A good understanding of trauma-informed and therapeutic practice • Knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations and safeguarding requirements • Strong leadership, communication and mentoring skills • Full UK driving licence • A passion for delivering outstanding outcomes for children and young people If you're ready to take the next step in your residential childcare career and join a supportive organisation committed to therapeutic care, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with The Recruitment Crowd to find out more.