Deputy Manager Residential Childcare / Social Care
Location: Birmingham
Reports to: Registered Manager
Contract: Full‑time
Role Purpose
To support the Registered Manager in the effective running of a children s residential home, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance. To lead staff, support young people, and manage the home in the Manager s absence.
Key Responsibilities
* Support day‑to‑day operations and ensure consistent, safe practice.
* Act as Deputy Safeguarding Lead and follow all safeguarding procedures.
* Lead, supervise, mentor, and develop the staff team.
* Help manage rotas, staffing levels, and shift planning.
* Support care planning, behaviour management, and risk assessments.
* Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with Children s Homes Regulations and Ofsted standards.
* Assist with audits, quality assurance, and development plans.
* Build positive relationships with young people, families, and professionals.
* Support recruitment, induction, and staff training.
* Promote a nurturing, trauma‑informed environment.
Person Specification
Essential
* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
* Experience in a children s residential home, including senior/supervisory duties.
* Strong safeguarding knowledge.
* Understanding of Children s Homes Regulations & Quality Standards.
* Good leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
* Emotional resilience and a child‑centred approach.
* Enhanced DBS and flexible availability.
Desirable
* Level 5 Leadership & Management (or willingness to work towards).
* Experience supporting Ofsted inspections.
* Accredited behaviour management/physical intervention training.
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