Deputy Manager (CDC)

Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive leave entitlement

Generous local government pension

Wellbeing support and staff networks

Development and training opportunities

Staff discounts and benefits schemes

Benefits booklet

Job summary

City of Doncaster Council is hiring a Deputy Manager for a Children's Residential Home in Doncaster. The role supports leadership, safeguarding, and compliance while guiding a dedicated team to deliver high-quality care for children and young people.

You will work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure effective operations, strong care planning, and positive outcomes. A Level 3 Diploma is essential, with progression towards Level 5 Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Qualifications

• Experience working in a children's residential care setting.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong safeguarding, child protection and trauma-informed practice knowledge.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and professionals.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day management of the home.
• Lead and support residential care staff to deliver high-quality care.
• Promote positive outcomes through care planning and practice.
• Ensure compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and safeguarding.
• Develop relationships with children, families, social workers and schools.
• Support recruitment, induction and staff development.
• Monitor records and practice for regulatory compliance.
• Participate in on-call rota and deputise for the Registered Manager.
• Champion continuous improvement and child-centred care.

Skills

Residential leadership

Staff motivation

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Decision making under pressure

Equality & inclusion

Education

Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare

Working towards Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management

Job description

Based at: Sprotbrough Children's Home, Doncaster

Salary details: Grade 9, 42,123 - 46,579 plus 8.5% all inclusive allowance

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Hours: 37 hours per week

Closing date: 11th October 2026

Enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.

Are you an experienced residential childcare professional looking to take the next step in your leadership career?

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Deputy Manager to support the leadership and management of our Children's Residential Home. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a nurturing, therapeutic, and supportive environment where children and young people can feel safe, valued, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

Working closely with the Registered Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and compliance while leading and inspiring a dedicated team.

As Deputy Manager, you will:

• Assist in the effective day-to-day management of the home.
• Lead, motivate, and support residential care staff to deliver exceptional care and support.
• Promote positive outcomes for children and young people through high-quality care planning and practice.
• Ensure the home operates in line with Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, and safeguarding procedures.
• Develop positive relationships with children, families, social workers, education providers, and other professionals.
• Support recruitment, induction, supervision, and development of staff.
• Monitor practice, records, and performance to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Participate in the on-call rota and deputise for the Registered Manager when required.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and child-centred care.

You will be a caring, resilient, and effective leader who is passionate about improving the lives of children and young people.

You will have:

• Experience working within a children's residential care setting.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and trauma-informed practice.
• The ability to build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.The confidence to make decisions and lead a team during challenging situations.
• A commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. Essential Requirements Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Working towards, or willing to undertake, the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare.
• Experience supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs.
• Knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
• Full UK driving licence (desirable/essential as appropriate).

We value a range of experiences and skills. If you have transferable skills from other roles or voluntary work, we encourage you to apply.

In return for your contribution, we offer:

• Competitive leave entitlement
• Generous local government pension scheme
• Wellbeing support and staff networks
• Development and training opportunities
• Staff discounts and benefits schemes
• More information on benefits can be found in the attached benefits booklet.

Shortlisting will take place on the 13th October 2026 and interviews are anticipated on 22nd October 2026.

For further details or an informal chat, please contact: Cathy Richardson ( [e-mail] ) or David Smithson ( [e-mail] )

City of Doncaster Council is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and improving quality of life for all. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults.

We are a Disability Confident employer and committed to a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We offer interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and make reasonable adjustments as required.

This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check

Confirmation of appointment will be subject to a medical assessment.