Deputy Manager, Children's Home Leader

Resicare Alliance Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Resicare Alliance Ltd in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality, child-centred care within a residential home. You will mentor Team Leaders and Staff, lead safeguarding practices, manage rotas and ensure compliance with Ofsted and internal policies, while fostering a compassionate team environment for children and families.

We value leaders who stay calm under pressure, with Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and an

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• Enhanced DBS check valid for working with children and young people.
• Calm, reflective and resilient under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Registered Manager in leading the home, deputising in their absence.
• Mentoring, guiding and supervising Team Leaders and staff to achieve high standards.
• Conducting regular supervisions, appraisals and performance reviews.
• Assisting with recruitment, induction and training of staff.
• Planning and managing staff rotas to maintain safe staffing levels.
• Ensuring high-quality, child-centred care is delivered consistently across the home.
• Promoting and maintaining a strong safeguarding culture.
• Ensuring care plans, risk assessments and behaviour strategies are followed consistently.
• Ensuring the home meets regulatory requirements, including Ofsted standards.
• Supporting audits, quality monitoring, health and safety, and operational planning.
• Building positive relationships with families, social workers and other professionals

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 5 leadership/management qualification

Job description

Resicare Alliance Ltd in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality, child-centred care within a residential home. You will mentor Team Leaders and Staff, lead safeguarding practices, manage rotas and ensure compliance with Ofsted and internal policies, while fostering a compassionate team environment for children and families.

We value leaders who stay calm under pressure, with Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and an