Position: Deputy Manager – Children’s Home
Location: Withernsea, Hull
Job Type: Full-time - including evenings, weekends, and on-call duties if required.
Salary: £34,500
Eleven 11 Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client for Residential Deputy Manager for an Ofsted-Regulated Children's Home.
Job Overview:
Our client is seeking a compassionate, experienced, and highly motivated Deputy Manager to support the day-to-day leadership and management of a children’s residential home. Working closely with the Registered Manager, the Deputy Manager will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015, delivering high standards of care, and safeguarding the wellbeing of children and young people in a therapeutic, supportive environment.
As a Deputy Manager, you will be a role model for best practice in childcare and team leadership, and you will actively promote the ethos and values of our client across the home
Main Responsibilities:
•Support the Registered Manager in delivering a safe, high-quality, and nurturing environment in line with Ofsted standards and the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015.
•Deputise in the Registered Manager’s absence and provide leadership support across the home.
•Promote and model our client’s therapeutic ethos, ensuring it is embedded in staff practice.
•Oversee care and placement plans, ensuring timely reviews, risk assessments, and statutory meetings are completed.
•Safeguard and promote the welfare of children, reporting concerns in line with policy and legislation.
•Support children in accessing education, therapy, community activities, and opportunities that build life skills and resilience.
•Manage staff rotas, ensure adequate coverage, and lead on team performance, supervision, and development.
•Contribute to safer recruitment, induction, and training of staff, ensuring high standards of care delivery.
•Maintain accurate records, complete reports, and ensure compliance with regulatory and quality assurance requirements.
•Promote open communication with families, professionals, and external agencies involved in the children’s care.
Required:
•Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent (Essential)
•Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (Desirable — or willingness to complete)
•Knowledge of Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and Ofsted inspection frameworks
•Minimum of 2 years’ Experience in a senior residential childcare role
•Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
•Passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people to thrive
What our client is looking for:
•Passion for working with children and young people.
•Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
•Commitment to high standards of care and continuous improvement.
Why Join Our Client’s Team?
•Work in a nurturing, therapeutic, and well-regarded children’s home
•Join a team committed to child-centred care and continuous improvement
•Regular supervision and opportunities for professional growth
•A meaningful role where you can make a lasting difference in young lives
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