Deputy Children's Home Manager

Purosearch Ltd; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in children’s care located in Solihull is seeking a compassionate and professional Deputy Manager to work in a therapeutic residential setting. This role involves shaping care practices and supporting staff to ensure the highest standards of compliance and care delivery. Candidates should have significant experience in residential care, strong safeguarding knowledge, and relevant qualifications. A full-time, permanent position offering a salary ranging from £32,000 to £37,500 is available, along with various benefits including a company pension and casual dress.

Benefits

Casual dress

Company pension

On-site parking

Referral program

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior Children’s Residential Care role.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding practices is essential.
• Experience in a therapeutic care environment is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver the home’s Statement of Purpose.
• Support leadership and development of staff team.
• Provide a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment.

Skills

Experience in Children’s Residential Care

Knowledge of safeguarding practices

Compassionate leadership

Ability to work in challenging environments

Education

Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Deputy Manager

£32,000 - £37,500 | 3 bed EBD | Solihull

Do you have experience in a senior role within Children’s Residential Care?

Are you inspired by the opportunity to join an Ofsted-rated OUTSTANDING provider that is passionate about creating a therapeutic home focused on every aspect of a child’s development?

About the Organisation

The organisation specialises in supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties, adopting a holistic and therapeutic approach to care. All aspects of a young person’s development are carefully considered to ensure tailored, high-quality support that meets their individual needs.

About the Role

As Deputy Manager, you will work closely with the Registered Manager to shape and deliver the home’s Statement of Purpose. You will support the leadership and development of the staff team, ensuring high standards of care and full compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations.

You will help provide a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment where young people can thrive, promoting health and wellbeing, education, positive relationships, independence, and meaningful activities.

About You

You will have proven experience working at a senior level within a Children’s Residential Care setting, alongside strong knowledge of safeguarding practices. Experience supporting young people with emotional and/or behavioural difficulties is essential, as is the ability to work confidently in challenging environments while leading excellence in care.

We are looking for a professional, compassionate individual who can work closely with management to ensure best practice throughout the home. Experience working within a therapeutic care environment is highly desirable.

You must hold, or be working towards, a Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or an equivalent qualification).

If you share core values of Care, Support, and Development, and are interested in learning more about this opportunity, we would welcome your application.

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Hours: Minimum of 40 hours per week

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Referral program