Deputy Manager

Cpl UK - Healthcare; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Maidenhead, Berkshire (SL6 2DT)

£35,000 - £40,000 per annum

Full-time, Permanent

About the Company

Our client is a well‑established, values‑led children's residential home based in Maidenhead, providing high‑quality care and support to young people with emotional and behavioural needs. The service is committed to delivering trauma‑informed, child‑centred care within a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.

The organisation is recognised for

• Strong safeguarding and regulatory standards
• Supportive, visible leadership
• Ongoing investment in staff development
• A positive and stable team culture

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced residential professional looking to step into, or further develop, a Deputy Manager role within a supportive and well‑run service.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in the day‑to‑day running of an Ofsted‑registered children's residential home.

You will play a key role in leading the staff team, maintaining high standards of care, and ensuring compliance with Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted expectations. This role would suit someone with strong leadership skills and the ambition to progress toward Registered Manager status in the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with the overall management of the home
• Lead, supervise, and motivate the residential staff team
• Ensure the delivery of high‑quality, child‑centred and trauma‑informed care
• Take responsibility for the home in the Registered Manager's absence
• Support safeguarding processes, incident management, and regulatory compliance
• Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and placement stability
• Support staff training, induction, supervision, and performance management
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to Ofsted inspections and audits
• Build effective relationships with external professionals, including social workers and commissioners

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People (or equivalent)
• Willingness to work towards a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management

Desirable

• Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (Children and Young People)
• Experience acting as Deputy Manager, Team Leader, or Senior Support Worker

Required Skills & Experience

• Significant experience within a children's residential care setting
• Strong working knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted frameworks
• Proven leadership and people‑management skills
• Confidence managing safeguarding concerns and challenging behaviour
• Excellent communication, organisation, and decision‑making skills
• Ability to lead by example and act as a positive role model
• Flexibility to work shifts, including on‑call duties where required

Preferred Skills (Desirable)

• Experience supporting young people with EBD or trauma‑related needs
• Experience supporting Ofsted inspections
• Medication management and auditing experience
• Behaviour management training (MAPA or equivalent)
• First Aid qualification

Pay Range & Compensation Package

• Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Paid sleep‑ins and on‑call allowance (where applicable)
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development
• Clear progression pathway toward Registered Manager
• Supportive senior leadership and stable working environment
• Focus on staff wellbeing and work‑life balance

please email your CV to deborah.hunter@