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Brook Street; Lutterworth; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Induction Training

Employee Discounts

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Brook Street is recruiting for a Deputy Manager at a children’s residential home in Leicestershire. The role supports the Registered Manager in day-to-day operations, ensuring a nurturing, safe environment and high-quality care for children aged 7–18.

The post requires leadership, safeguarding knowledge and experience in residential settings. The successful candidate will oversee care plans, risk management and liaise with social workers, education providers and other professionals.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent is required.
• 2 years' experience in a children's residential care home within the last 5 years.
• 1 year's experience supervising or managing staff within a care environment.
• Good knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day management of the residential home.
• Lead, supervise and support residential care staff.
• Promote a positive, safe and nurturing environment.
• Support care plans, assessments and risk management.
• Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed consistently.
• Work with social workers, education providers and other professionals.
• Support staff development, supervision and performance.
• Deputise for the Registered Manager when required.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding

Ofsted compliance

Communication

Trauma-informed care

Driving licence

Right to work in UK

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent

Job description

Children's Home Deputy Manager -Leicestershire

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you an experienced

Children's Residential Deputy Manager, Team Leader or Senior Residential Support Worker looking for your next career opportunity?

We are recruiting for a

Deputy Manager to join a specialist children's residential assessment service supporting young people aged

7-18 years.

The service provides short-term residential placements focused on

assessment, therapeutic intervention, trauma support and stabilisation. Young people are provided with a safe, nurturing and structured environment, alongside access to education and opportunities to participate in outdoor and adventure-based activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established Deputy Manager or an experienced Senior/Team Leader who is ready to progress into management.

The Role

Working alongside the Registered Manager, you will help oversee the day-to-day running of the home and ensure children and young people receive high-quality, child-centred care.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the day-to-day management of the residential home
• Leading, supervising and supporting residential care staff
• Promoting a positive, safe and nurturing environment
• Supporting care plans, assessments and risk management
• Ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed consistently
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• Supporting young people who have experienced trauma and challenging circumstances
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• Maintaining accurate records and high standards of professional practice
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• Working effectively with social workers, education providers and other professionals
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• Supporting staff development, supervision and performance
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• Ensuring the service operates in line with

Ofsted regulations and Children's Homes Quality Standards

• Deputising for the Registered Manager when required

About You

To be considered, you will need:

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent

• Minimum

2 years' experience within a children's residential care home within the last 5 years

• At least

1 year's experience supervising or managing staff within a care environment

• Good knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• A child-centred and trauma-informed approach
• Full UK driving licence
• Unrestricted right to work in the UK

An interest in outdoor activities is essential, while relevant activity experience or qualifications would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

You will receive a salary of

£34,000 - £39,000 per annum, alongside ongoing training, development and opportunities for career progression.

Additional benefits include paid induction training, employee discounts, access to medical and wellbeing support, financial advice and counselling, and an additional day off for your birthday.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive residential service where you can develop your leadership career while making a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position.