Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 (DOE)
Location: Denton
Setting: 6-bed Children’s Home
About the Role
We are seeking a committed Deputy Manager to support the leadership of a small children’s residential home. Working alongside the Registered Manager, you will ensure the home delivers the highest standards of care, fully meeting the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
This role offers variety and purpose, combining safeguarding responsibilities, staff supervision, rota coordination, and hands-on support to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people. Flexibility is essential, as you will take part in the on-call rota and occasionally cover shifts where required.
Key Responsibilities
Support the daily running of the home, ensuring compliance with all legislation, regulations, and contracts.
Safeguard and promote the welfare of children, ensuring their health, education, and emotional needs are met.
Supervise, mentor, and develop staff to maintain consistently high standards of care.
Contribute to financial planning, monitoring, and budget management.
Build strong working relationships with external professionals and agencies to support care planning.
Assist with recruitment, training, and workforce planning to ensure a skilled and resilient team.
Lead on changes in response to new legislation, guidance, or inspection outcomes.
Promote a positive culture of safety, equality, and continuous improvement within the home.
Key Competencies
Financial and budget management
Strong leadership and people management skills
Accountability and performance delivery
Staff development and team leadership
Collaborative problem solving
Child-centred and nurturing approach
Essential Skills & Experience
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards)
Minimum 1 year’s experience in a residential childcare setting
Supervisory or leadership experience within a care environment
In-depth knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and regulatory standards
Flexibility to work on a rota basis, including sleep-ins and on-call duties
Full UK driving licence
Desirable
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete)
Experience in therapeutic, trauma-informed, or PACE-based care approaches
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary, based on qualifications and experience
Comprehensive induction and ongoing training (with support to gain further qualifications)
Regular supervision and appraisals to encourage professional development
Clear career progression opportunities into senior leadership