Deputy Manager

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An organization dedicated to children's services is looking for a Deputy Home Manager in Birmingham. This role requires strong leadership skills and experience in residential childcare to ensure a nurturing environment for children with complex needs. You will oversee operations, support staff training, and enforce quality standards. Competitive salary and benefits included. If you are passionate about childcare and want to make a difference, apply now.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous Pension Scheme

Continuous training and career progression

Qualifications

• Required QCF Level 3 in Children and Families qualification.
• Experience managing staff in residential childcare.
• Ability to handle complex behaviours and emotionally challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the home.
• Supervise and support team members in their roles.
• Implement care plans tailored to each child's needs.
• Monitor and report on compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Leadership capability

Communication skills

Empathy

Ability to handle complex behaviours

Education

QCF Level 3 in Children and Families

QCF Level 5 in leadership/residential care

Job description

Edgewood Road is looking for an inspiring and compassionate Deputy Home Manager with strong leadership and childcare experience. This is a unique opportunity to join a specialist long‑stay home/Short break where children with learning/physical disabilities thrive in a nurturing, person‑centred environment.

About Edgewood Road

Located in Kings Norton, Edgewood Road provides tailored residential support to children with a range of complex needs. Our caring and inclusive environment promotes emotional wellbeing, confidence, and independence in every child we care for. With our service evolving and expanding, there’s never been a better time to grow your career with us.

We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2025 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children’s Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting.

Key Responsibilities

As Deputy Home Manager, you’ll support the Home Manager in leading the team, always ensuring the highest standards of care and safety:

• Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the home, including staffing, rota management, and budgets
• Supervise and support staff, delivering training and promoting professional development
• Implement care plans that reflect each child’s specific needs, wishes, and feelings
• Foster strong relationships with children, staff, parents, schools, health services, and external agencies
• Champion inclusive practices that affirm each child’s identity
• Monitor and report safeguarding, health and safety compliance, and quality standards
• Promote independence and daily living skills among young residents
• Facilitate children’s meetings to encourage involvement in shaping their care
• Ensure accurate record‑keeping and contribute to planning, reviews, and assessments
• Ensure Ofsted, regulatory and quality standards compliance

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone with warmth, resilience, and leadership capability who can bring empathy and structure to our care environment:

• QCF Level 3 in Children and Families (required)
• QCF Level 5 (or working towards) in leadership/residential care (required)
• Experience managing staff and working in residential childcare (essential)
• Proven ability to handle complex behaviours and emotionally challenging situations
• Skilled in communication (including use of visual and adaptive aids)
• Knowledge of care legislation and quality standards
• Commitment to equal opportunities and anti‑discriminatory practices
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide network of professionals
• Available for shift work, weekends, public holidays.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary
• 30 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising to 33 after 5 years, 35 after 10)
• Generous Pension Scheme
• Dedicated Practice Hub supporting continued training and career progression
• Be part of Birmingham Children’s Trust—One Team with a shared vision to make Birmingham the greatest city to grow up in

If you’re a passionate, experienced childcare professional ready to help shape young lives while driving high standards of care, we’d love to hear from you.

For further details or to have an informal conversation about the role, please contact Rachel Woodward at 0121 675 3924 or email [e-mail]

Help us to change children and young people’s lives!

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work – be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.
• Supportive Environment – enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.
• Career Development – benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Generous Benefits – take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.

Our Values

We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.

We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.

We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.

Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.

Safeguarding

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.

The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.

We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.

Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.