Lead Residential Care Manager – Trauma-Informed & Safeguarding

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Deputy Residential Manager for a permanent opportunity working full time in Southwest London. Responsible for managing and supervising staff to ensure high standards of care, the ideal candidate will have substantial experience in a senior role within a Children’s Home and hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare. The position offers a competitive salary up to £56,000 per annum, alongside benefits like pension and ongoing training.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Staff wellbeing fund

Travel allowance

Monthly Management Coaching

1-to-1 Supervisions

Ongoing training & development

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in a senior role within a Children’s Home, including Senior/Keyworker/Practitioner.
• Strong working knowledge of the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 & the quality standards.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and challenge staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise staff, ensuring performance management and clear guidance.
• Monitor staff practice for alignment with trauma-informed principles.
• Lead crisis responses and model trauma-informed support strategies.
• Chair statutory meetings to ensure accurate information sharing.
• Develop and maintain personal care plans for young people.

Skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of Children’s Homes Regulations 2015

Motivational abilities

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking a Deputy Residential Manager for a permanent opportunity working full time in Southwest London. Responsible for managing and supervising staff to ensure high standards of care, the ideal candidate will have substantial experience in a senior role within a Children’s Home and hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare. The position offers a competitive salary up to £56,000 per annum, alongside benefits like pension and ongoing training.