Deputy Manager Children's Residential

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Care

Locations:
Birmingham, Dudley, Walsall, Coventry, Solihull, Northampton, Milton Keynes, Bedford, Luton

Salary: £35,000 plus DOE

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are recruiting an experienced Deputy Manager to support the day-to-day running of a children's residential home, helping to provide safe, nurturing and child-centred care for children and young people.

Working closely with the Registered Manager, you will help lead the staff team, maintain high standards of care and ensure the home operates in line with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for a committed care professional who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and developing a positive, supportive team culture.

• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home, deputising in their absence.
• Lead, mentor and supervise Team Leaders and Residential Support Workers.
• Conduct staff supervisions, appraisals and performance reviews.
• Assist with recruitment, staff induction and ongoing training.
• Manage staff rotas to ensure safe staffing levels and meet the needs of the children.
• Ensure children receive consistent, individualised care and support.
• Promote positive relationships, emotional wellbeing, independence and life skills.
• Maintain a strong safeguarding culture and ensure care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support plans are followed.
• Support staff in managing challenging behaviour and maintaining professional boundaries.
• Monitor records, complete audits and ensure compliance with Ofsted standards and organisational policies.
• Oversee health and safety, fire safety and risk assessments.
• Build effective relationships with families, social workers and other professionals.
• Contribute to operational planning, resource management and continuous service improvement.

We are looking for someone who is compassionate, resilient and confident in leading a team within a children's residential setting.

You will ideally have:

• A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or an equivalent qualification.
• Experience working with children and young people in a care or residential setting.
• Strong leadership, communication and staff supervision skills.
• A sound understanding of safeguarding, child protection and Ofsted regulations.
• Experience supporting children with complex needs or challenging behaviours.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure and manage competing priorities.
  
  A professional, accountable and child-centred approach.
• A commitment to equality, diversity and promoting positive outcomes for children.

A Level 5 leadership or management qualification, previous Team Leader or Deputy Manager experience, and a full UK driving licence would be advantageous.

An enhanced DBS check suitable for working with children will be required.

• A rewarding leadership role within children's residential care.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children and young people.
• Opportunities for professional development and further qualifications.
• The chance to support and develop a dedicated care team.
• A role where safeguarding, compassion and high standards of care are central.

If you have the experience and passion to help lead a children's residential home and support positive outcomes for young people, we would like to hear from you.