Deputy Manager

Thendon Resourcing Limited; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Progression to Registered Manager

Bonuses (£2,500 approx)

Therapeutic training

Wellbeing programme

Generous activity budgets

Job summary

Thendon Resourcing Limited are seeking a Deputy Manager for a Children's Residential Home in Wolverhampton. You will support the Registered Manager day-to-day, provide direct care, and lead a supportive team to achieve high standards of safety and care for young people with complex needs.

The role offers progression to a Registered Manager position, with training and mentorship, and a strong focus on therapeutic practice, safeguarding, and quality assurance within a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Health and social care or above.
• Previous experience as a Senior Residential Support Worker or Deputy Manager within children's residential care.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding legislation.
• Experience supporting young people with EBD and complex needs or learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support and supervise staff, conduct appraisals, provide training and team development.
• Ensure the home meets all care and compliance standards.
• Assist with recruitment and rota planning.
• Lead by example in day-to-day care and safeguarding of children.
• Manage shift audits, reporting systems and quality checks.
• Promote therapeutic practice and the PACE model; act as liaison with external professionals and families.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff supervision

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Job description

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Experience as Senior or Deputy Manager in Children's Residential Care is Essential

This is a brilliant opportunity with an established but growing children's home provider that's heavily focused on quality, stability, and creating the right environment for young people to thrive.

We're looking for an experienced Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day leadership and management of a children's home supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties and complex needs.

The provider is looking for somebody who's passionate about delivering high standards of care, developing strong teams, and creating therapeutic, child-centred homes where young people can genuinely progress and feel safe. This is perfect for somebody who wants to grow into a Registered Manager role as this company have a number of homes locally and invest in training and mentorship to develop and promote into their management team from within.

The Registered Children's Home Manager Role

As a Deputy Manager, you'll work closely with the Home Manager to lead the home and ensure it runs smoothly and effectively. You'll provide both direct care and team leadership while stepping in for the Manager as needed.

• Supporting and supervising staff, appraisals, training, and team development
• Ensuring the home meets all care and compliance standards
• Helping with recruitment and rota planning
• Leading by example in day-to-day care and safeguarding of children
• Managing shift audits, reporting systems, and quality checks
• Promoting therapeutic practice and the PACE model Acting as a point of contact for external professionals and families
• Being a role model for the team and the children

What We're Looking For

• Level 3 Diploma in Health and social care or above.
• Previous experience as a Senior Residential Support Worker or Deputy Manager within children's residential care
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding legislation
• Experience supporting young people with EBD and complex needs or learning disabilities.
• Full UK driving licence

Why Work for them?

• Opportunities to do Level 5 qualification and clear progression to Registered Manager role
• Performance based bonuses based on feedback and Ofsted outcomes (circa £2500)
• Beautifully decorated homes with generous activity budgets for young people
• Therapeutic training and reflective supervision built onto your role
• Employee Assistance and Wellbeing programme