Deputy Manager Residential Children's Home

Nudawn Housing & Support Services; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care provider in Bristol is seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager to ensure high-quality, child-centred care. This position involves supporting the Registered Manager, promoting safeguarding, and implementing trauma-informed practices. The ideal candidate will have experience in an Ofsted-registered home, a Level 3 Diploma, and excellent communication skills. Join us to make a significant difference in the lives of vulnerable children in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in an Ofsted-registered Children's Home.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed frameworks.
• Management experience within a residential setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Promote a strong safeguarding culture for children.
• Embed trauma-informed principles in care practices.

Skills

Experience in Ofsted-registered Children's Home

Understanding of EBD behaviours

Excellent communication skills

Ability to build relationships with vulnerable children

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Company Overview

Nudawn Housing & Support Services is an Ofsted-registered children's residential care provider specialising in trauma-informed support for young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). We offer safe, nurturing home where children can develop confidence, resilience, and independence. Our trained team delivers personalised care plans, therapeutic approaches, and consistent support, working closely with professionals to ensure holistic, high-quality care that promotes positive outcomes for every child.

Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager to join our children's residential home in Bristol area. Based at our facility, this role plays a pivotal part in ensuring the delivery of high‑quality support, child‑centred care that promotes safety, stability, independence and positive outcomes for all children in our care.

Key Responsibilities

A. Leadership & Management

Support the Registered Manager in ensuring the home meets regulatory standards and delivers outstanding care. Provide strong visible, consistent leadership that models trauma‑informed practice. Oversee daily operations and lead the home in the manager's absence. Support staff recruitment, induction, rota planning and performance management.

B. Safeguarding & Risk Management

Promote a strong and robust safeguarding culture where children are protected and heard. Respond to safeguarding concerns in line with Working Together 2018 and local procedures. Ensure all concerns, disclosures, or incidents are recorded, escalated, and responded to in line with safeguarding policies and statutory guidance. Ensure individual risk assessments, behaviour support plans and crisis plans are up to date.

C. Trauma‑Informed Care & EBD Practice

Embed trauma‑informed principles: safety, trust, empowerment, collaboration and choice. Support staff to understand childhood trauma, attachment and behaviour as communication. Promote therapeutic approaches that reduce dysregulation and build emotional resilience.

D. Care Planning & Outcomes for Children

Lead and monitor high‑quality placement plans tailored to EBD needs. Ensure keywork sessions are purposeful, structured and personalized. Attend LAC reviews, strategy meetings, ICPC/RCPCs and multi‑agency forums. Promote education, independence and positive relationships.

E. Staff Support & Development

Provide reflective, supportive supervision aligned with trauma‑informed leadership. Facilitate team meetings, debrief and staff training. Promote staff resilience and emotional well‑being. Supervise staff regularly, providing reflective and developmental supervision. Lead team meetings, debriefs and handovers

F. Operational Duties

Maintain accurate records, logs and reports. Support budget management and household oversight. Assist with admissions, matching decisions, transitions and discharges.

Person Specification - Essential

Minimum 2 years' experience in an Ofsted-registered Children's Home. Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. Strong understanding of EBD behaviours and trauma-informed frameworks. Knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards. Experience supervising or leading staff. Excellent communication and recording skills. Ability to build positive relationships with children with complex needs, trauma histories, or challenging behaviours. Excellent communication, recording, and organisational skills. Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and on‑call duties. Management experience within a residential setting is preferred. Compassionate approach with a focus on residents well‑being.

Person Specification - Desirable

Working towards or willing to complete Level 5 Leadership & Management. Experience contributing to Ofsted inspections. Therapeutic training (PACE, Attachment, Restorative Practice, NVR, etc.). Full UK driving license.

Additional Requirements

Commitment to ongoing CPD and reflective practice

'Join us in making a difference! If you are passionate about supporting vulnerable children and possess the leadership qualities we seek, we would love to hear from you. Embark on a rewarding journey with Nudawn Housing & Support Services today.'

Job Types

Full-time, Permanent

Pay

35,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Work Location

In person