# Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home## Job Introduction**Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home:**Working hours are variable, averaging 37 hours per week (160 per month), scheduled Monday to Sunday with advance notice, including a 45-minute unpaid daily break; the role includes one weekly sleep-in shift and may require additional hours, including public holidays and covering staff absence.£37000 - £39000 per annum dependent on experience.We are a growing, forward-thinking children’s residential care organisation with homes across the Southwest, London, and a brand-new multi-home provision in Durham. Our mission is powerful and clear: to help children aged 7–17 rebuild trust, confidence, and hope.We work with young people who have experienced loss, instability, or trauma. We don’t define them by their past — we support them to step into their potential. Using trauma-informed, PACE-based practice, we create warm, stable homes where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to grow. This is meaningful work. This is change you can see happen.As a Deputy Manager, you will help shape the culture, guide the team, and create a home where young people are truly seen, valued, and supported.**Why work for us:**At 360 CRS, we look after the people who look after others.* **Frontline leadership support** — you’ll never be left alone to figure it out* **Employee Assistance Programme**for emotional & wellbeing support* **Your Birthday Off**— every year, no questions asked* **Generous Referral Bonus**when you help brilliant people join the team* **Wellness Allowance**to support your physical & mental health* **Extra Annual Leave**increasing with service* **Donation Match Scheme** to back causes you care about* **Fully Funded Qualifications** (Level 4/5 Leadership pathways encouraged!)* **Blue Light Card** Access for discounts & perks* **Access to a Company Vehicle** when needed for work**What You’ll Do:*** Lead shifts and deputise for the Registered Manager* Support, guide, and develop the team through coaching, feedback & supervision* Promote safeguarding and emotional safety every moment of every day* Build trusted relationships with young people and help them grow in confidence and independence* Oversee care plans, daily records, audits, and compliance* Champion education, wellbeing, community engagement, and identity* Help young people prepare for adulthood with practical life skills* Represent the home in multi-agency meetings and reviews* Model, encourage, and protect a culture of reflection, respect, and growth* Be a leader with heart and direction — not just manage paperwork.**Who You Are:**You are someone who leads with consistency, compassion, and clarity. You can stay steady in the challenge and inspire others to do the same.**Essential skills:*** Experience in a residential childcare setting, at a leadership level* Full UK driving licence* Level 3 Children's Residential Qualified (or equivalent)**Desirable skills (we can support you to achieve these):*** Level 4/5 Leadership & Management qualification.* Understanding of trauma-informed practice and PACE**Safeguarding Commitment:**Safety is at the heart of everything we do. All roles require safer recruitment checks, enhanced DBS clearance, and ongoing safeguarding training.The following content displays a map of the job's location.| (C) OpenStreetMap contributors### Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home* **Salary** 37000 - 39000* **Frequency** Annual* **Job Reference** bleep360groupcareers/TP/2013/280* **Contract Type** Permanent* **Closing Date** 2 May, 2026* **Job Category** Support Workers* **Business Unit** 360 Children's Residential Services* **Location** Darlington, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 2 April, 2026
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