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Search Consultancy LTD; Stone; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Search Consultancy LTD is seeking an experienced Deputy Children's Home Manager to support the leadership and day-to-day running of a residential children's home near Whitworth, Staffordshire. You will work with the Registered Manager to lead the team, uphold high standards of care and safeguarding, and ensure positive outcomes for children and young people.

A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and progression toward Level 5 Leadership and Management are required, with a full UK driving

Qualifications

• At least 1 year supervisory/management experience in residential children's care.
• At least 2 years' experience in residential childcare.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• Willingness to work toward Level 5 Leadership and Management.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of the home, deputising for the Registered Manager.
• Lead high standards of care, safeguarding and therapeutic practice.
• Supervise, support and develop staff, monitor performance and training needs.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding procedures.
• Work with children and families to promote welfare and development.
• Organise staff rotas and allocate resources for effective operation.
• Collaborate with families, social workers and others to achieve positive outcomes.
• Support inspections, quality assurance and service improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Safeguarding

Communication

Organisation

Resilience

Planning

Driving licence

Staff management

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 5 Leadership and Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Whitworth, near Stafford, ST20

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Shift Pattern: 2 on / 4 off, including sleep-ins

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Deputy Children's Home Manager to support the leadership and day-to-day running of a residential children's home.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills and a commitment to providing high-quality, therapeutic care to children and young people. You will work closely with the Registered Manager to lead the team, maintain high standards of care and ensure children receive the support they need to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in overseeing the day-to-day running of the home, deputising in their absence.
• Lead and promote high standards of care, safeguarding and therapeutic practice.
• Supervise, support and develop staff, monitoring performance and identifying training needs.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations, safeguarding procedures and relevant legislation.
• Work directly with children and young people, building positive relationships and promoting their welfare and development.
• Support the implementation and review of individual care plans and therapeutic approaches.
• Organise staff rotas, allocate resources and ensure the home operates effectively.
• Work collaboratively with families, social workers and other professionals to achieve positive outcomes.
• Help maintain a safe, stable, inclusive and nurturing home environment.
• Contribute to inspections, quality assurance and the continuous improvement of the service.
• At least one year's experience in a supervisory or management role within residential children's care.
• At least two years' experience working in residential childcare.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or an equivalent qualification.
• Willingness to work towards a Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification if not already achieved.
• A strong understanding of child development, trauma-informed care and safeguarding.
• Knowledge of Ofsted regulations and the legal frameworks governing children's residential care.
• Proven leadership, organisational, delegation and communication skills.
• Confidence in managing staff performance and supporting team development.
• Competence in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word and Excel.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Resilience, adaptability and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Flexibility to work a 2 on / 4 off shift pattern, including weekends and sleep-ins.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management of Children's Residential Care.
• Experience taking responsibility for the home in the absence of the Registered Manager or senior management team.
• Experience supporting Ofsted inspections.
• Experience contributing to quality assurance, compliance and service improvement.

The Opportunity

This role offers the opportunity to take on a key leadership position within a residential children's home, helping develop the staff team, maintain regulatory standards and improve outcomes for children and young people.

If you have residential childcare experience and are ready to develop your management career, this could be an excellent next step.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.