Deputy Manager; Children's Residential

Position: Deputy Manager (Children's Residential)
Int Sol Care Personnel are working with a well-established, values-led health and social care provider with a strong and growing presence across the South of England. Known for their consistently Good to Outstanding Ofsted ratings, they deliver high-quality care for children with complex emotional and behavioural needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home in line with the Childrens Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards. Deliver high-quality, child-focused care that promotes stability and positive long-term outcomes. Supervise, mentor and develop residential support staff, ensuring strong team culture and high standards of practice. Oversee completion of key paperwork, care plans, and records to a consistently high standard.

Promote safeguarding and embed safe working practices throughout the home. Support with rota planning, recruitment, staff development and performance management. Contribute to the homes continuous improvement and prepare for Ofsted inspections, audits, and reviews. Build strong working relationships with children, families, local authorities and external partners. Provide shift cover where needed and participate in the on-call rota. Requirements: NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards).

Previous experience as a Deputy Manager in a childrens residential home. Background of progression from Residential Support Worker into management. Strong understanding of safeguarding, relevant legislation, and Ofsted standards. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail with paperwork and compliance. A motivated, resilient and hard-working character with the ambition to progress to Registered Manager in the future. Enhanced DBS clearance and positive employment references.

If you are an experienced Deputy Manager looking to take the next step in your career with a values-led provider, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join a supportive team making a lasting difference in childrens lives.