Deputy Residential Manager - 16 Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity cover)

Children's Home Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's service provider in the UK is seeking a Deputy Residential Manager for a 16-month fixed-term contract. This leadership role involves guiding a team of Practitioners to ensure high-quality, trauma-informed care for young people aged 13–17. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience and a commitment to fostering a supportive environment. Responsibilities include staff development, care planning, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role or as a Senior Practitioner with supervisory experience.
• Understanding of trauma-informed care principles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise staff, fostering a supportive culture.
• Ensure care is trauma-informed and meets young people's needs.
• Support staff development and manage performance.

Job description

Overview

Deputy Residential manager - 16 month - fixed term contract (Maternity Cover). We are looking for a Deputy Manager to join our children's home, supporting young people aged 13–17. This is a leadership role, but we are also very happy to consider experienced Senior Practitioners or Keyworkers with supervisory experience who are ready to step into management.

You will lead and inspire a team of Practitioners, ensuring care is always unconditional, trauma-informed, compassionate, and high quality. You'll play a key role in ensuring compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations and Ofsted Quality Standards, while promoting a culture of love, kindness, authenticity, and professional integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership and supervision of staff, promoting a supportive and reflective culture
• Ensure practice is trauma-informed, nurturing, and responsive to young people's needs
• Support staff development through coaching, supervision, and performance management
• Contribute to care planning, risk management, and multi-agency working
• Uphold professional boundaries while modelling high standards of practice
• Lead on group and individual activities to support young people's emotional, social, and educational development