Deputy Manager Children's Home

About the Role :

We are recruiting a committed and experienced Childrens Residential Home Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in the day-to‑day running of a childrens residential learning disability service in the Burton‑on‑Trent area. The Deputy Manager will play a vital role in ensuring high‑quality, child‑centred care is delivered at all times in line with Ofsted regulations, safeguarding requirements and best practice.

This is a hands‑on role where the Deputy Manager will work shifts, including sleep‑ins, and lead by example on the floor while supporting staff development, compliance, and positive outcomes for children and young people.

• Supporting the Registered Manager in the safe, effective and compliant management of the home
• Acting as the Deputy Manager on shift, providing leadership, guidance and supervision to the staff team
• Working directly with children and young people with learning disabilities, complex needs and associated behaviours
• Ensuring care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support plans are implemented and reviewed
• Promoting safeguarding, positive behaviour support and trauma‑informed practice
• Supporting recruitment, induction, supervision and staff development
• Maintaining high standards of compliance with Ofsted regulations
• Deputising for the Registered Manager when required

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (Essential)
• Experience working in a childrens residential setting
• Strong safeguarding and regulatory knowledge
• Ability to work shifts including sleep‑ins
• Strong leadership skills
• Passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people

• Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Childrens Residential Care (or willingness to work towards)
• Experience supporting children with learning disabilities or autism
• Experience in a senior or acting‑up role

This role is subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment practices.