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Deputy manager childrens home

Rochdale
P4 Recruitment Ltd
Deputy manager
Posted: 4 July
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Position: Deputy Manager Childrens Residential Home Location: Rochdale Salary: £32,000 £36,000 per annum (plus £50 per sleep-in) Hours: 40 hours per week, full-time, (Monday- Friday) with flexibility for rota cover including sleep-ins

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About the Role P4 is working with awell-established and growing provider of childrens residential care is seeking an experienced and passionate Deputy Manager to support the effective running of a 3-bed therapeutic childrens home for young people aged 1018 who have experienced trauma, abuse, and neglect.
This role is ideal for someone with strong leadership skills and a trauma-informed approach, who is committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable young people. Working closely with the Registered Manager, the Deputy Manager will support the day-to-day running of the home, develop the care team, and ensure a nurturing and safe environment for the young people.
Key Responsibilities, Leadership & Management Deputise for the Home Manager during absence, ensuring continuity of care and operational stability.

Support the implementation of the homes Statement of Purpose and ensure the service aligns with relevant legislation and Quality Standards.

Promote a culture of empathy, reflection, and resilience in line with trauma-informed approaches (PACE).

Lead staff during shifts, providing supervision, guidance, and development to residential care workers.

Participate in the on-call rota and help establish a robust support system for the care team.

Child-Centred Practice Engage directly with young people, supporting their emotional and behavioural development.

Contribute to and review care plans, risk assessments, and placement documents.

Attend professional meetings and advocate on behalf of young people.

Promote independence and life skills, including budgeting, self-care, and healthy routines.

Monitor and support safeguarding procedures and ensure all incidents are recorded and acted upon appropriately.

Staff Support & Development Provide formal and informal supervision, coaching, and mentoring to the care team.

Promote high standards of practice and professionalism across the home.

Chair team meetings and contribute to staff training and performance development.

Assist in recruitment, induction, and probation reviews.

Operational Duties Oversee daily rotas, shift planning, and staff deployment.

Support with audits (including Regulation 45), inspections, and quality assurance.

Ensure all financial and administrative procedures are followed.

Assist with action plans, compliance, and home development goals.

Health & Safety Implement and monitor Health & Safety and Fire Safety procedures.

Complete risk assessments and ensure safe practice across the home.

Person Specification, Essential Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

At least 2 years experience in a childrens residential setting

Experience supporting or leading shifts

Strong understanding of safeguarding, trauma, and child development

Effective communication, leadership, and organisational skills

Flexible, empathetic, and resilient character

Desirable Level 5 Leadership & Management (or working towards)

Supervision and performance management experience

Driving licence

Knowledge of Ofsted requirements and Quality Standards

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