Deputy Children's Home Manager

Purosearch Ltd; South Norfolk; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's care organization is looking for a Deputy Manager for their residential home in Denton. The role involves ensuring compliance with care regulations, supervising staff, and safeguarding children. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare and experience in a care environment. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development are offered in this impactful role.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing training

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year’s experience in a residential childcare setting.
• Supervisory or leadership experience within a care environment.
• In-depth knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily running of the home and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children in care.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff effectively.

Skills

Financial management

Leadership skills

Child-centered approach

Problem-solving

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

About the Role

Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 (DOE)
Location: Denton
Setting: 6-bed Children’s Home

We are seeking a committed Deputy Manager to support the leadership of a small children’s residential home. Working alongside the Registered Manager, you will ensure the home delivers the highest standards of care, fully meeting the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.

This role offers variety and purpose, combining safeguarding responsibilities, staff supervision, rota coordination, and hands-on support to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people. Flexibility is essential, as you will take part in the on-call rota and occasionally cover shifts where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the daily running of the home, ensuring compliance with all legislation, regulations, and contracts.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children, ensuring their health, education, and emotional needs are met.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff to maintain consistently high standards of care.
• Contribute to financial planning, monitoring, and budget management.
• Build strong working relationships with external professionals and agencies to support care planning.
• Assist with recruitment, training, and workforce planning to ensure a skilled and resilient team.
• Lead on changes in response to new legislation, guidance, or inspection outcomes.
• Promote a positive culture of safety, equality, and continuous improvement within the home.

Key Competencies

• Financial and budget management
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Accountability and performance delivery
• Staff development and team leadership
• Collaborative problem solving
• Child-centred and nurturing approach

Essential Skills & Experience

• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards)
• Minimum 1 year’s experience in a residential childcare setting
• Supervisory or leadership experience within a care environment
• In-depth knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and regulatory standards
• Flexibility to work on a rota basis, including sleep-ins and on-call duties
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete)
• Experience in therapeutic, trauma-informed, or PACE-based care approaches

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary, based on qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training (with support to gain further qualifications)
• Regular supervision and appraisals to encourage professional development
• Clear career progression opportunities into senior leadership