Residential Deputy Manager

Southwark Council; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive local authority in London seeks a Deputy Manager for a new children's home. The role involves leading a team and collaborating with various professionals to ensure young people thrive. Candidates should have relevant experience, strong leadership skills, and be knowledgeable about OFSTED regulations. Competitive salary up to £54,000 with opportunities for advancement and a commitment to equality and diversity.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Promotional opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role within a residential setting.
• Knowledge of childcare, child development, and the impact of trauma.
• Strong knowledge of OFSTED legislation.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Registered Manager to establish and manage a new service for children.
• Directly lead Team Leaders, ensuring motivation, development, and nurturing.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to maintain high standards of care.

Skills

Strong leadership

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

QCF Level 4 Children, Young People and Family Practitioner Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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The Role

Make 2025 the year you lead change! Join Southwark's Second Children's Home as Deputy Manager!

Play a pivotal role in shaping a new residential service where children and young people can truly thrive.

About the Role:

As Deputy Manager, you'll be a key player in shaping positive change. Collaborate closely with the Registered Manager to establish and manage an innovative 5-bedded children's home supporting young people. Backed by a multidisciplinary team, including psychologists, education advisers from the virtual school, health professionals and social workers; you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the lives of those under your care.

Why join us?

Southwark's Children & Families Services consistently achieved Ofsted's Good rating in all areas. We are now embarking on an exciting journey to establish a new Children's Residential Service, ensuring more children in care are supported to live locally and connected to their communities. Our second home caters to a maximum of 5 children and young people aged 8 to 17, offering a nurturing, local environment where they can thrive.

• Be part of a ground-breaking project from day one.
• Access high-quality professional development and training opportunities
• Make a lasting impact on the lives young people.
• This role is ideal for Deputy Managers or Team Leaders seeking career progression.

Your responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Registered Manager to establish and manage a new service for children.
• Directly lead Team Leaders, ensuring motivation, development, and nurturing.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including psychologists, education advisers from the virtual school, health professionals and social workers.
• Maintain high standards of care and a culture for your team to excel.
• Assist the Registered Manager with day-to-day operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Foster a positive and empowering environment for young people and your team.
• Develop a child centred, outcome focused home where children and young people can thrive.

Requirements of the role:

• Previous experience in a similar role within a residential setting.
• QCF Level 4 Children, Young People and Family Practitioner Diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of childcare, child development, and the impact of trauma.
• Strong knowledge of OFSTED legislation.
• Proven track record supporting young people with EBD.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work in shift patterns.
• Able to deputise for the Registered Manager
• Experience of supervising staff

Contact Information:

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Elena Chorro de Andres Blanco.

Additional Information:

Contractual hours: 36 per week in accordance with the needs of the service which operates on a rota basis. Shifts can include weekend, holiday and overnight work.

Please note this role requires a Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary of up to £54,000.
• Opportunity to advance up the pay scale along with promotional opportunities
• Enjoy the rewards of working for a Local Authority with fantastic benefits.

Benefits and more information:

For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of, please visit our website.

Recruitment timetable

Advert close date: 11:59pm on 26th October 2025

Shortlisting date/s: 3rd November 2025

Interview date/s: 14th November 2025

The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme:

We offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities.

We are committed to equality and welcome applications from all sections of the community.