Deputy Manager Children Residential Care

JR Social Care Ltd; Brierley Hill; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential children’s care provider in Brierley Hill seeks a passionate Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality care. You'll lead a team dedicated to supporting vulnerable children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and ensure compliance with quality standards. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and experience in a similar environment, along with strong leadership skills. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous sleep-in payments

High-quality bespoke training

Career development support

Real career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with EBD and/or complex needs.
• Ability to lead and motivate a care team.
• Flexibility to work across various shifts, including weekends and sleep-ins.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with audits and planning.
• Oversee risk management and care plan reviews.
• Promote a supportive culture among care staff.

Skills

Experience with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)

Leadership and team management

Flexibility in shift scheduling

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

Job description

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people?

Our client is a focused and fast-growing residential children’s care provider, dedicated to protecting vulnerable children, empowering families, and transforming futures through fair, timely, and evidence-based parenting support within safe, nurturing environments.

Specialising in caring for young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and complex needs, our homes are built on compassion, structure, and a clear therapeutic approach that supports recovery from trauma.

The Role : Deputy Manager

As Deputy Manager, you will play a key leadership role in one of our vibrant children's residential homes. Supporting the Registered Manager, you’ll lead a team of passionate care professionals and help deliver a high standard of care, safety, and emotional support for each young person in your home.

You’ll act as a role model to the team, uphold regulatory compliance, and help drive continuous improvement in care standards, safeguarding practices, and team performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with audits, planning, and day-to-day running of the service
• Oversee risk management, safeguarding, and care plan reviews
• Provide supervision and guidance to care staff, promoting a supportive culture
• Run the home in the Manager’s absence and complete on‑call duties as required
• Ensure adherence to the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards
• Encourage staff development through mentoring and structured supervision

What We’re Looking For :

Essential

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence
• Experience working with children with EBD and / or complex needs
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a care team
• Flexibility to work across various shifts, including weekends and sleep‑ins

Desirable

• Working knowledge of Ofsted regulations and quality frameworks
• Desire to progress into a Registered Manager role
• Commitment to completing Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children’s Residential)

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive base salary with generous sleep‑in payments
• High‑quality bespoke training and career development
• Support to complete Level 5 Diploma
• Opportunity to join a passionate, values‑driven organisation with exciting growth plans
• Real career progression into Registered Manager and beyond