Deputy Home Manager Residential Childrens Services
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
£14.60 per hour (+ 50p supplement for Level 5 qualified staff)
Potential of an a dditional £3250 - £6500 per year for sleep ins
We are recruiting a Deputy Home Manager on behalf of a well-established provider of therapeutic residential care for children and young people aged 518 with complex needs arising from trauma, abuse, and adversity.
This is a senior role within a childrens home, supporting the Registered/Service Manager with the day-to-day operation of the service and the delivery of high-quality, child-centred care in line with Childrens Home Regulations, safeguarding standards, and best practice.
Key Responsibilities
Lead shifts and oversee daily operations when on duty
Support childrens emotional, physical, and psychological wellbeing
Implement and review care plans and maintain accurate records
Safeguard children and manage challenging behaviour using therapeutic approaches
Supervise, mentor, and support residential staff
Support recruitment, induction, rotas, and staff development
Act as deputy in the Service Managers absence, including on-call duties
Work collaboratively with external professionals and placing authorities
Ensure compliance with safeguarding, regulatory, and health & safety requirements
Essential Requirements
NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Residential Childcare / Children & Young People
Minimum 5 years residential childcare experience
Experience supervising staff
Strong knowledge of safeguarding and childrens residential regulations
Ability to manage challenging behaviour safely and therapeutically
Flexible approach to rota-based shift work
Excellent communication skills
Full UK driving licence
Desirable
NVQ Level 4 in Leadership/Management (or willingness to work towards)
Deputy or senior experience in a childrens home
Trauma-informed or therapeutic practice experience
This role requires resilience, strong leadership, and a genuine commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people.
For further information or a confidential discussion, please apply via the agency.
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