Deputy Children's Home Manager

Purosearch Ltd; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dedicated Deputy Children’s Home Manager to join their team in a 4-bed CSE home. This permanent, full-time role aims to support the Registered Manager and foster a safe environment for young people affected by CSE while ensuring compliance and quality care.

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Supportive management and working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year’s experience as a Deputy Manager in a residential children’s home.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and working with young people affected by CSE.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home.
• Ensure high standards of care and safeguarding are maintained.
• Lead, mentor and supervise a team of residential care staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Understanding of safeguarding

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People’s Workforce

NVQ Level 5 (desirable)

Job description

Deputy Children’s Home Manager (Permanent)
Location: Between Telford and Newport
Salary: Competitive / Open to Negotiation
Home Type: 4-Bed CSE (Child Sexual Exploitation) Home

Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Children’s Home Manager to join our team in a 4-bed CSE home located between Telford and Newport. This is a permanent, full-time position offering the opportunity to make a lasting impact in a supportive and professionally rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home

• Ensure high standards of care and safeguarding are maintained

• Lead, mentor and supervise a team of residential care staff

• Assist in developing care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour management strategies

• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and other relevant legislation

• Promote a therapeutic, safe, and nurturing environment for young people affected by CSE

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience as a Deputy Manager in a residential children’s home

• Strong understanding of safeguarding and working with young people affected by CSE

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Children and Young People’s Workforce – Level 5 desirable

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills

• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends as needed

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience and qualifications)

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

• Supportive management and working environment

If you are passionate about making a difference and have the experience to step into this vital role, we would love to hear from you.