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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