Deputy Manager Residential Children's Home

Future Chapter Care Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care service in the UK is looking for a Deputy Manager for their residential home in Birmingham. This role involves leading daily operations, ensuring compliance with care regulations, and supervising staff to deliver high standards of care. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience in residential childcare. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive management structure

Career progression pathway

Qualifications

• 1 year supervisory or managerial experience in a residential/care environment.
• 1 year experience working in a children's residential setting.
• Understanding of safeguarding and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily running of the home and ensure young people's welfare.
• Ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and develop staff to maintain high standards.

Skills

Leadership

Effective problem-solving

Communication

Customer-focused care

Education

QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home

Salary: £36,000 – £39,000 (dependent on experience)

Location: Birmingham

Hours: Full-time, permanent

On-call requirement: Yes (shared rota)

Are you an experienced residential childcare professional ready to take the next step in your career?

Do you have the passion, resilience and leadership skills needed to create a safe, nurturing and aspirational environment for young people?

We are seeking an exceptional Deputy Manager to join our growing children’s residential service and support the Registered Manager in delivering outstanding care and life‑changing outcomes for the young people we support.

About the Role

As Deputy Manager, you will play a key role in the day‑to‑day leadership and operation of the home, ensuring a high standard of care, positive culture and full compliance with the Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.

You will work closely with the Registered Manager and lead a dedicated staff team, supporting them to deliver consistent, therapeutic and child‑centred practice. You will also contribute to budget management, staff development and the strategic progression of the home.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and child‑focused professional to shape a high‑quality provision and make a real difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the daily running of the home, ensuring the welfare, safety, education and development of young people.
• Ensure full compliance with all legislative, regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with external agencies, social workers, education providers and partner organisations.
• Supervise, coach and develop staff to maintain high standards of professional practice and safeguarding.
• Support with budget planning, monitoring and financial decision‑making.
• Interpret and implement changes in legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Support recruitment, induction and ongoing training of staff to ensure robust service delivery.
• Promote a positive, proactive health & safety culture across the home.
• Act as part of the on‑call rota, providing support and guidance to the team.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management
• Effective problem‑solving and decision‑making
• Ability to deliver performance and drive continuous improvement
• Excellent communication and multi‑agency collaboration
• Customer‑focused and committed to high‑quality care
• Confident in managing budgets and resources

Essential Requirements

• Professional qualification such as QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or working towards).
• Minimum 1 year supervisory or managerial experience in a residential/care environment.
• Minimum 1 year experience working in a children’s residential setting.
• Full driving licence.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding, trauma‑informed practice and regulatory frameworks.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive management structure and career progression pathway
• Opportunities to contribute to the growth and development of the home
• A positive, inclusive and child‑focused working environment

If you’re passionate about improving the lives of young people and ready to step into a pivotal leadership role, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help us shape brighter futures.