Deputy Children's Home Manager

Adbaston, Staffordshire, West Midlands, England
£38000 - £41600 per annum
Expiry date:19 Oct 2026
Start date:21 Jul 2026
Children’s Homes
EBD
Learning Disabilities
Operations Manager
Deputy Children's Manager - Up to £41,650 - 2:4 shift pattern with Sleep-ins - Stafford Area - Full Time

About the Company
I’m delighted to be supporting this fantastic and Well Established Children’s Home, who are a well-respected and independent social care organisation, in their search for a passionate Deputy Registered Manager. This Children’s Home have been established since 2006 and are recognised for the exceptional care they provide to children and young people across their residential and supported living services. Their commitment to quality is reflected in the fact that 50% of their Residential Homes are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

Deputy Children's Home Manager Role   
  • Leading care practices in the home and deputising for the Registered Manager
  • Overseeing staff supervision, development, and performance
  • Ensuring compliance with safeguarding protocols and regulatory requirements
  • Working directly with children to promote positive relationships and outcomes
  • Planning shifts, allocating resources, and maintaining smooth day-to-day operations
  • Supporting the development and implementation of individual care and therapeutic plans
  • Collaborating with external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for young people
  • Promoting an inclusive, nurturing, and stable home environment
Deputy Children's Home Manager Essential:
  • 1 years’ experience in a supervisory or management role in residential care
  • 2 years’ experience working in residential childcare
  • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
  • Willingness and ability to complete Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification
  • Excellent understanding of child development, trauma-informed practice, and safeguarding
  • Proven team leadership, organisation, and delegation skills
  • Knowledge of regulations and legal frameworks in residential care
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Confident in using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • Resilience, adaptability, and ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and sleep-ins
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development
Desirable:
  • Level 5 qualification in Leadership & Management
  • Experience managing staff performance and leading team development
Required Skills
  • Audit Regulation Awareness
  • Team Management
  • Developing People
  • Communication
  • Providing Care
  • Empathy
  • Organisational skills
  • Experience working with vulnerable people

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Contact Details:

If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please contact Tom Stock direct on 020 3800 1852 . Alternatively apply for the role with your CV to get the ball rolling!

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