Deputy Home Manager - Children's Residential. Job in Liverpool Education & Training Jobs

Hippo Staffing Solutions; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential service in Liverpool is seeking a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager to lead a team and ensure compliance with Ofsted standards. The role requires at least 2 years of residential childcare experience and a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management. The successful candidate will provide a safe environment for children and oversee quality care and safeguarding practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in residential childcare.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervision to ensure a safe environment.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and policies.
• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding expertise

Health & safety compliance

Interpersonal skills

Trauma-informed practice

Budget management

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

About the Role

Hippo Staffing is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a children's residential service, who are seeking a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager with a minimum of 2 years experience to step up as a Registered Manager. The successful candidate will be required to complete a Fit Person interview with Ofsted and submit an SC2 application.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Management

• Provide effective leadership, direction, and supervision to the team, ensuring a safe and structured environment for children.
• Ensure the home operates in full compliance with Ofsted regulations, organisational policies, and statutory guidance.
• Maintain and review the Statement of Purpose and ensure staff understand and work in line with its aims.
• Support staff through induction, supervision, appraisals, and training.
• Manage rotas and lead recruitment, selection, and induction of staff.

Safeguarding & Quality of Care

• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring prompt response to concerns.
• Ensure children's safety and welfare are central to all decisions.
• Oversee development and review of care plans, placement plans, and risk management plans.
• Promote positive behaviour management and restorative approaches.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Maintain accurate records in line with regulatory and organisational standards.
• Lead audits and quality improvement actions.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, fire safety, and environmental standards.

Skills & Expertise

• In-depth knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations, Ofsted standards, and statutory requirements.
• Safeguarding expertise and experience as a Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Health & safety compliance.
• Strong interpersonal skills for relationship building and conflict resolution.
• Trauma-informed practice and child-centred care approaches.
• Budget management and resource allocation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete within 18 months).
• Minimum of 2 years experience in residential childcare.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

About the Home

The home provides therapeutic care for children aged 8-17 with complex needs, including emotional and behavioural difficulties. The service focuses on maintaining local placements to support family relationships and community ties. The property is a three‑bedroom semi‑detached house, accommodating up to two children with 1:1 or 2:1 care, and designed to create a safe and therapeutic environment.

Staffing & Rota

Shift Pattern: 2 on, 4 off (covering 48 hours)