Lancashire County Council
Deputy Manager | Nelson
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Deputy Manager | Nelson
Children’s Residential Deputy Manager
Location: Nelson Salary: £40,777 - £46,142 per annum Hours: Permanent, Full Time (37 hours/week), Pro Rata Closing Date: 31 July 2026
This critical leadership position as Children’s Residential Deputy Manager is open within Lancashire County Council’s Residential Children’s Services, part of their "Where Our Children Live" programme.
About the Role
Lancashire County Council is excited to introduce new Deputy Manager roles in their Residential Children’s Services, supporting a strategic push to modernise and expand residential childcare across the county. These roles are ideal for experienced Assistant Managers looking to grow within their careers.
As Deputy Manager, you will:
- Work core hours (Mon–Fri, 7am–7pm), supervising teams of Senior Residential Childcare Workers and Residential Childcare Workers.
- Serve in various settings, including:
- Small children’s homes
- Specialist homes for children with complex mental health needs
- Intensive support hubs to prevent care placement
- Support the Home Manager in delivering operational excellence, managing care plans, health and educational outcomes, and coordinating with external professionals.
- Attend multi-agency meetings, reviews, and service projects.
- Take a leadership role in team development and staff training.
At the core of the role is driving five key outcome-based commitments to ensure children, young people, and their families are: ✅ Safe from harm and resilient ✅ Achieve in education and employment ✅ Adopt healthy, supportive lifestyles ✅ Take ownership of their support ✅ Experience a positive quality of life in Lancashire
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Responsibilities
✔ Leadership & Management
- Supervise and mentor care workers.
- Manage policies and procedures compliant with safeguarding standards.
✔ Direct Care Coordination
- Oversee individual care plans, health, and educational progress.
- Maintain regular communication with social workers, teachers, and specialists.
- Ensure alignment with government regulations as well as Lancashire’s service outcomes.
✔ Collaborative Accountability
- Represent the team at multi-agency meetings and reviews.
- Contribute to service-wide initiatives, workforce training, and workforce development.
Requirements
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Essential:
- Driving license and access to a vehicle (essential for car user posts).
- Note: Disability exemption may be considered.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in Residential Children and Young People’s Services, or equivalent.
- QCF Level 4 or NVQ Level 3/4 in Leadership & Management (Health & Social Care), or equivalent.
- Driving license and access to a vehicle (essential for car user posts).
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Desired:
- Passion for making a difference in children’s lives and commitments to care solutions outside institutional settings.
Why Join Lancashire County Council?
🎯 Competitive Remuneration: £40,777–£46,142 per annum 🕒 Flexible Working Arrangements 🚕 Free parking on site 🍽️ All meals/drinks included during shifts 💼 Dedicated career growth with stable management 🛑 Generous leave policy (25 days + 8 bank holidays + 2 days + 32 days after 5 years) 🦽 Comprehensive Support Access:
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Wellness programs & Occupational Health Services 📚 Extensive training, including fully funded apprenticeships up to degree level 🎁 Discounts on services/products (e.g., Viv Up, car purchase schemes via local/national retailers) 💼 Strong pension options through the Local Government Pension Scheme
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Application Process
📄 Essential Application Payloads:
- Upload CV and Supporting Statement demonstrating how you meet the job criteria.
- Crucial: The panel requires your Supporting Statement to evidence skills/bilities for shortlisting.
📧 Enquiries? Contact talent@lancashire.gov.uk for in-depth queries.
Declaration: This ad remains subject to early close at discretion, so apply promptly.
🔹 Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Requirement: If successful, successful candidates will need to apply for a full DBS disclosure. 🔹 Essential Note on Car Usage: The post mandates personal access to a vehicle insured for work use. Note: If you cannot drive due to disability, this may be accommodated.
Lancashire County Council reserves the right to close this position anytime before the stated end date.
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