Deputy Children's Home Manager

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Deputy Manager to join a children's residential home supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs. Working alongside the Registered Manager, you will play a key role in the day‑to‑day leadership of the home, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and compliance are maintained. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Residential Support Worker or Team Leader looking to progress their career, or an established Deputy Manager seeking a new challenge.

The successful candidate will be committed to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people while supporting the development of a skilled and motivated staff team. You will be joining an established home with 3 young people that are thriving in the home.

• Support the Registered Manager with the overall operation of the home
• Deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager
• Lead shifts and provide effective leadership to the staff team
• Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted standards
• Promote safeguarding and positive behaviour support practices
• Support staff through supervision, mentoring, and performance management
• Assist with recruitment, training, and staff development
• Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and placement reviews
• Maintain accurate records and reports
• Participate in the on‑call rota and undertake sleep‑ins when required
• Work collaboratively with local authorities, families, education providers, and external professionals

• Minimum 3 years' experience within a children's residential care setting
• At least 1 year's experience in a Senior Residential Support Worker, Team Leader, or Deputy Manager position
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, childcare legislation, and Children's Homes Regulations 2015
• Experience supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Access to a vehicle with business insurance
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 or Level 4 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People) or equivalent

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare
• Experience working within homes rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted
• Experience supporting children with complex needs, CSE, or learning disabilities
• Experience chairing meetings and producing high‑quality reports

• Competitive salary of up to £45,000
• £60 per sleep‑in
• Clear progression pathway towards Registered Manager
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Support to achieve Level 5 qualification where required
• Supportive senior management team
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people
• Long‑term career development within a growing organisation