Dorset Council UK
Deputy Manager
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About the Role
We’re offering a brilliant opportunity for a Deputy Manager to join our team at Hayeswood in Colehill, Wimborne, a warm and welcoming short breaks children's home, supporting children and young people who are disabled.
You’ll work closely with our Registered Manager to lead the team, shape the culture, and make Hayeswood a place where young people can enjoy new opportunities and thrive. This is a hands-on role, supporting both the day-to-day running of the home and championing high-quality, compassionate care.
What’s In It For You
You’ll be part of Dorset Council’s ever-evolving Children’s Services, helping to give children the best start in life, right here in Dorset. We’re proud to have been rated Outstanding by Ofsted, and even prouder of the dedicated team who make that possible every day. We’ll support you with a comprehensive training programme, regular supervision, and a genuine commitment to your professional growth, including opportunities to gain further qualifications. You’ll also have access to a range of employee benefits, like a generous pension and annual leave, all in a supportive and inclusive workplace.
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What You’ll Be Doing
As Deputy Manager, you’ll help oversee all aspects of Hayeswood, working side by side with the Registered Manager. After a period of time, we are looking to develop an outreach team, offering targeted support and intervention to other children, young people and their families in the Dorset area, in their home environment. This Deputy post will be pivotal in setting this up and running this alongside the needs of the team at Hayeswood.
You’ll lead by example, guiding and motivating your team to provide consistent, high-quality care in line with the Children’s Home Regulations and Quality Standards. You’ll also play a key role in developing care plans, supporting staff in delivering personalised care, and fostering an environment where every child can build their independence and enjoy fulfilling, active lives. This might include anything from helping with cooking and personal care, to heading out paddle boarding or exploring the beautiful Dorset countryside with our young people.
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About You
We’re looking for a kind, caring and resilient leader with experience in a senior residential childcare role within the past two years, that includes supervisory practice. You’ll need a solid understanding of Children’s Home Regulations, Quality Standards and ideally the Ofsted Inspection Framework. A Level 5 in Leadership and Management (or working towards it), or a Social Work qualification, would be an advantage.
Most importantly, you’ll be someone who’s passionate about making a difference, skilled at building positive relationships, and flexible enough to meet the varied needs of our young people and staff.
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