Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Major SE Healthcare; Ramsgate; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care provider in Ramsgate is seeking a Deputy Manager to support the Home Manager in leading operations and maintaining high standards of care. Ideal candidates will have experience in children's residential homes, strong communication skills, and a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. The role offers a nurturing environment and opportunities for professional development within a supportive team.

Benefits

Excellent shift patterns with rotas planned a month in advance

Fantastic training, development, and genuine career progression

Access to professional courses and ongoing support

Warm, caring, child-focused culture

Qualifications

• Experience as a Deputy Manager or strong Team Leader ready to step up.
• Experience with Ofsted inspections or therapeutic approaches beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young people.
• Support day-to-day operations, routines, and safeguarding practice.
• Lead, supervise, and support the staff team.

Skills

Experience working in a children's residential home

Strong safeguarding and child protection knowledge

Excellent communication and team leadership skills

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Provider : Children's Residential Care Provider

Location : CT11 - Ramsgate, Kent

Salary : £38,000 - £41,000

About the Provider

A well-established children's residential care provider supporting young people aged 8-18 with SEMH, trauma backgrounds, placement breakdowns, and complex emotional needs.

The homes offer nurturing, structured, and therapeutic environments that promote emotional development, stability, education, and independence. The organisation prioritises trauma-informed practice, consistent routines, reflective practice, and professional development across all teams.

They work closely with local authorities, health services, and education partners, and collaborate with universities and organisations to develop research-led safeguarding and assessment frameworks.

Each home supports a small group of young people, ensuring personalised care, consistency, and positive long-term outcomes.

About the Role - Deputy Manager

The Deputy Manager supports the Home Manager in the overall operation and leadership of the home, ensuring high standards of care, safety, and compliance. They act as a key leader within the team, providing supervision, promoting best practice, and stepping into full managerial responsibility during the Home Manager's absence.

Purpose of the Role :

To contribute to a safe, nurturing, and structured home where young people can thrive emotionally, socially, and educationally.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young people
• Support day-to-day operations, routines, and safeguarding practice
• Maintain accurate records and regulatory compliance
• Lead, supervise, and support the staff team
• Build positive relationships with young people, families, and professional networks

Requirements

• Experience working in a children's residential home
• Strong safeguarding and child protection knowledge
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Experience as a Deputy Manager or strong Team Leader ready to step up
• Experience with Ofsted inspections or therapeutic approaches beneficial

What’s on Offer

• Excellent shift patterns with rotas planned a month in advance
• Fantastic training, development, and genuine career progression
• Access to professional courses and ongoing support
• Warm, caring, child-focused culture

Salary : £38,000 - £41,000

How to Apply

Please respond via email, call, text, or WhatsApp to confirm your interest.

After a brief pre-screen conversation, your application will be progressed and an interview arranged where appropriate.

Please note due to our client specifications we are unable to accept applications from candidates who require sponsorship