Trauma-Informed Deputy Manager, Children's Home

YourRecruit; Fetcham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

YourRecruit Ltd is seeking a Deputy Manager for our Ofsted-regulated children's home in Leatherhead. This role splits management responsibilities with direct childcare to support vulnerable children.

You will deputise for the Registered Manager, supervise staff, maintain safeguarding standards, and ensure care plans and records meet regulatory requirements. The position combines leadership with hands-on, trauma-informed care.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years' senior or supervisory experience in children's residential care.
• Experience as a Deputy Manager or similar leadership role.
• Experience supporting children with complex needs, trauma and challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Deputise for the Registered Manager and oversee the home in their absence.
• Lead, supervise and develop residential childcare staff, including appraisals and training.
• Manage staff rotas, staffing levels, sickness and annual leave.
• Maintain accurate care plans, risk assessments, incident reports and safeguarding records.
• Support Ofsted compliance, internal audits and Regulation 44 visits.
• Promote safeguarding and safe working practices.
• Coordinate with social workers, therapists, schools, and local authorities.
• Undertake direct care shifts to support children's wellbeing.
• Participate in on-call rota and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Staff leadership

Regulatory compliance

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication & organisation

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Full UK driving licence

Job description

YourRecruit Ltd is seeking a Deputy Manager for our Ofsted-regulated children's home in Leatherhead. This role splits management responsibilities with direct childcare to support vulnerable children.

You will deputise for the Registered Manager, supervise staff, maintain safeguarding standards, and ensure care plans and records meet regulatory requirements. The position combines leadership with hands-on, trauma-informed care.