Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home
Salary: £37,500 – £42,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Additional Pay: Up to 2 sleep-ins per week (£50 per sleep-in) + £2,000 on-call allowance per year
Hours: 40 hours per week
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a passionate and experienced Deputy Manager to join a our client, a leading provider in childrens residential care. You will be leading a 4 bed, vibrant, nurturing children's residential home for young people with emotional and behavioural needs.
About the Role:
As Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Manager in overseeing the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring the delivery of exceptional care, support, and outcomes for the young people. You’ll lead a dedicated staff team, promote a culture of quality and learning whilst contributing actively to the strategic growth of the service.
Key Responsibilities:
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Assist the Registered Manager in the safe and effective operation of the home
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Support with rota management to ensure children's needs are fully met
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Provide guidance, supervision, and leadership to the staff team
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Maintain compliance with regulatory standards and statutory requirements
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Support recruitment, induction, and ongoing development of staff
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Foster positive relationships with parents, carers and external agencies
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Oversee medication administration, safeguarding protocols, and adherence to individual care plans
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Share on-call responsibilities and deputise for the Registered Manager as needed
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Contribute to continuous improvement and strategic planning across the service
What We’re Looking For:
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Minimum of 2 years’ experience post-Level 3 qualification, working within an Ofsted registered Children’s Home
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Experience as a Deputy Manager, Senior Residential Support Worker, or Team Leader
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Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards)
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Strong leadership, organisational, and safeguarding skills
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Hands-on experience supporting external inspections (Reg 44 visits, Ofsted)
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Ability to maintain high standards of care, compliance and staff development
What's on Offer:
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Company pension scheme
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Comprehensive induction, training and ongoing development programme
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28 days annual leave (increasing annually with service up to 33 days)
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Excellent opportunities for career progression within a fast-growing organisation
Apply today and make a difference where it matters most.
Join a team that is passionate about delivering outstanding care and achieving the best outcomes for young people