Deputy Manager Children's Residential Home

YourRecruit; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care provider in South London is seeking a Deputy Manager to assist in the management of a children's residential home. The role involves providing leadership to staff, ensuring high-quality care, and supporting the Registered Manager. Applicants should have relevant experience and qualifications. This position offers a competitive salary and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• Experience working in a children's residential home.
• Experience of Ofsted inspection.
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or leading staff.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in overall management.
• Provide leadership to Senior and Support Workers.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality care in line with regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 5 in Leadership & Management

Job description

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Location: South London

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000

Hours: Full-time Rota-based Monday to Sunday

The Role

We are recruiting a Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of a children's residential home. This is a hands‑on leadership role, ideal for an established Senior Support Worker or Deputy Manager looking to take the next step in their career.

You will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where young people can thrive, while supporting and leading a committed staff team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in the overall management and operation of the home.
• Depute for the Registered Manager in their absence.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and line management to Senior and Support Workers.
• Ensure consistent delivery of high‑quality care in line with care plans and relevant regulations.
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive outcomes for young people.
• Deliver regular supervision, appraisals, and on‑the‑job support to staff.
• Support staff training, induction, and development plans.
• Assist with rota management to ensure appropriate staffing levels.
• Monitor staff performance and promote best practice.
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with Health & Safety, safeguarding, and regulatory requirements.
• Work collaboratively with families, professionals, and external agencies when required.

About You

We are looking for someone who is passionate about residential childcare and confident in leading by example.

You will ideally have

• Experience working in a children's residential home.
• Experience of Ofsted inspection.
• Previous experience as a Deputy Manager or Senior Support Worker ready to progress.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and understanding of children's residential regulations.
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or leading staff.
• A calm, resilient, and child‑centred approach.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) – essential.
• Level 5 in Leadership & Management (or willingness to work towards) – desirable.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Career progression and development opportunities.
• Supportive leadership and structured management.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference in young people's lives.

Interested?

Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion. We welcome applications from experienced Deputy Managers and Senior Support Workers looking to step up.

Equal Opportunity

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