Deputy Children's Home Manager

Derby, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England
£34000 - £38000 per annum
Expiry date:13 Apr 2026
Start date:13 Jan 2026
Children’s Homes
Operations Manager
Deputy Children’s Home Manager 📍 Bretby
💷 Salary: Starting from £35,000 per annum
🕒 Full-time | Permanent
📅 ASAP Start Available
We are recruiting for an experienced Deputy Children’s Home Manager to support the management of two children’s residential homes in Bretby, providing care for young people with Learning Disabilities. Across both homes there are 6 beds, offering a supportive, well-structured environment with strong leadership in place.
This is an excellent opportunity for a confident senior or deputy-level professional looking to progress their career within children’s residential care.
The Role As Deputy Children’s Home Manager, you will:
  • Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of two LD children’s homes
  • Lead, supervise, and support staff teams across both services
  • Ensure high-quality, person-centred care is delivered at all times
  • Assist with compliance against Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
  • Support care planning, safeguarding, audits, and quality assurance
  • Step up in the Registered Manager’s absence when required
About You We are looking for someone who:
  • Holds a Level 3 qualification in Children’s Residential Care (essential)
  • Has experience in a senior or deputy role within a children’s residential setting
  • Has strong knowledge of Learning Disability services
  • Is a confident leader with excellent communication skills
  • Is committed to safeguarding and positive outcomes for young people
What’s on Offer
  • Starting salary of £35,000
  • Opportunity to work across two supportive, well-run homes
  • Clear progression and development opportunities
  • Immediate start available
Apply Now 📩 Email your CV to: oliver@healthrecruitnetwork.co.uk
📞 Or call: 020 3854 0307 020 3854 0307 for a confidential discussion

Health Recruit Network are a trusted supplier of NHS and Private healthcare services. We supply work to Registered General Nurses (RGN), Mental Health Nurses (RMN), Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD) and Healthcare Assistants (HCA). We are one of the fastest growing recruitment agencies in the UK and supply Nationwide. Health Recruit Network are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
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