Deputy Childrens Home Manager

Moxie People; Wales; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care organization in Wales is seeking a passionate Deputy Manager for a new Registered Children's Home. You will play a vital role in leading a dedicated team, ensuring high standards of care, and supporting young people aged 14+. This full-time position offers a salary of £37,763 and various benefits, including professional development and 25 days of annual leave. If you are driven to make a real difference, apply to join this meaningful endeavor.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with enhanced contributions

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Experience working in a registered service and within safeguarding frameworks.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and positive behaviour management.
• Calm, resilient, and empathetic approach under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home.
• Lead and develop a team of Residential Childcare Workers.
• Ensure the home meets CIW regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Empathy

Team motivation

Trauma-informed care

Behaviour management

Education

QCF Level 3 in Children and Young People Health and Social Care

QCF Level 4 in Management in Care

Job description

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Area: Vale of Glamorgan, St Athan

Contract: Permanent, Full time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Days: Monday to Friday 9.30am to 5pm

Salary: £37,763

We are looking for an experienced Senior Support Worker who is keen to progress in to a management position - or a Deputy Manager who would like to move in to the charity sector.

After spending time in the role, there are real progression and training opportunities, with options to complete the level 4 and 5 QCF and on to a Registered Manager role in the future.

Are you ready to take on a leadership role that will truly change lives? We're looking for a passionate and motivated Deputy Manager to help shape and manage a brand-new Registered Children's Home supporting young people aged 14+.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of something special from the very beginning - helping to establish a warm, safe, and nurturing home environment that empowers young people to reach their full potential.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home
• Leading, inspiring, and developing a team of Residential Childcare Workers
• Ensuring the home delivers the highest standards of care in line with CIW regulations
• Creating a psychologically informed and trauma-aware environment
• Building strong relationships with young people, staff, families, and partner agencies
• Managing rotas, risk assessments, safeguarding, and compliance
• YOU WILL NEED TO COVER THE OCCASIONAL SHIFT (Days/Nights etc) SICKNESS AND ANNUAL LEAVE

What we're looking for

• Experience working in a registered service and within safeguarding frameworks
• A strong understanding of trauma-informed care and positive behaviour management
• Ability to lead, motivate, and inspire a team
• Calm, resilient, and empathetic approach, even under pressure
• QCF Level 4 in Management in Care (or willingness to work towards it)
• Registration with Social Care Wales (or eligibility to register)
• QCF Level 3 in Children and Young People Health and Social Care (Essential)

What's on offer?

• Salary of £35,763 per annum
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to 32 days with service)
• Pension scheme with enhanced contributions after 12 months
• Ongoing professional development and training
• A chance to make a real difference in young people's lives

If you're driven, compassionate, and ready for a challenge, this is your chance to take on a leadership role where every day brings the opportunity to change a future.

👉 Apply today and be part of building something truly life-changing.

Contact Keeran @ Moxie People for an informal and confidential chat.