Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home Location: Medway Salary: £44,246 – £50,076 per annum Full-time, permanent, shift-based role About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Manager to join our client's children’s residential service. You will work in close partnership with the Registered Manager to deliver high-quality care, provide leadership to the team, and ensure the home meets all regulatory standards. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of the service, support staff development, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. Key Responsibilities Support the Registered Manager in ensuring the home meets inspection and regulatory requirements. Lead, motivate and supervise residential staff, ensuring high-quality practice and professional development. Oversee and quality-assure care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans. Contribute to recruitment, training, rota management, and performance monitoring. Promote a child-centred culture where the voices of young people are listened to and acted upon. Deputise for the Registered Manager in their absence, ensuring smooth running of the home. Support effective budget and resource management.About You To be successful in this role, you’ll bring: At least 3 years’ experience in residential childcare, with supervisory or management respo...