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Deputy Manager – Children’s Home (March)
Build a career that delivers real impact and fulfilling purpose. At Aspris, our Children’s Home March M cares for young people aged 11–18 with emotional and behavioural needs—4 young people in a large, nurturing home rated as Outstanding by Ofsted. Join us as a Deputy Manager to support this team and drive positive change in their lives.
About The Role
We’re seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated Deputy Manager to become part of our dedicated residential childcare team. In this key role, you’ll:
- Provide compassionate support to young people with complex needs
- Oversee a small staff team, ensuring care is consistent and effective
- Promote independence, self-care and community integration for the young people we support
At our March home, we foster a child-focused, homely environment where your efforts help shape constructive futures. Asgris values teamwork, resilience and continuous professional growth—let us give you the tools and mentorship to progress as a Deputy Manager.
Core Responsibilities
Responsibilities include:
- Support & Mentorship: Lead a team of staff with excellent line management while maintaining high standards of care.
- Care Coordination: Ensure care plans for our young people are effectively implemented, with activities and hobbies tailored to their needs (social, emotional, developmental).
- Shift Management: Create and oversee rota patterns to cover all shifts and provide consistent supervision.
- Collaboration & Reporting: Share key updates with senior staff, prioritising clear communication to protect child welfare.
- Continual Improvement: Engage in ongoing training to pursue a Level 5 Diploma in Children & Young People, ensuring skill progression.
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Essential Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- **A Level 3 qualification in Children and Young People (or equivalent) is essential.
- Proven experience working in residential care (essential qualification or practical experience recommended).
- Strong ability to study towards the Level 5 Diploma once in role.
Need credentials but determined? At Aspris, success relies on values and character—we’ll equip you with the training to elevate your career.
Key Characteristics
- Resilience: Understanding the demands of working with young people with emotional/behavioural difficulties requires patience and long-term stamina.
- Communication: Active listening and clear collaboration are vital when working with complex care cases.
- Organisation: Admin-heavy role requires managing programmes, documenting progress and coordinating team schedules.
- Caring & Compassion: Every young person deserves tailored empathy to unlock their potential.
- Attentive & Observant: Ability to spot progress or challenges, adapting interventions proactively.
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Benefits
Your efforts—your kindness, expertise and advocacy—will be met by:
- Exclusive access to a reward and discount programme for staff
- Comprehensive mandatory-pay induction and tailored training
- Pension contributions + commitment to ongoing career development
- Paid-for enhanced DBS checks ensuring you meet safeguarding requirements
- Wellbeing support for mental and physical health
- Access to a fully supported cycle-to-work scheme
Why Aspris?
- Appreciative of dedication; this is a job—that’s a lifelong career.
- You’ll work alongside an outstanding team, colleagues who care and respect one another.
- Genuine reward in watching your influence help transform lives.
“I feel incredibly rewarded by my work every day.” – a proud member of our team.
Commitment to Safeguarding
All applicants must accept:
- Criminal records check via Disclosure & Barring Service.
- Minimum two professional reference s (covering the last 3 years), and references from roles where you’ve worked with children or vulnerable adults.
Obligatory safeguarding checks may occur prior to interview—for positions within our Schools.
More Information
Curious? Speak with our recruitment team:
- (FREE) Phone: 0808 258 3729
- Email: vacancies@aspris.org
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