Deputy Manager (Children's Home)

Deputy Manager – Children’s Home
Pay: £37,500 per annum
Responsible To: Registered Manager
Liaison With: Management and all residential staff
Please do not apply if:
* You do not have past experience working in a childcare setting.
* You do not have, or are not willing to work towards, a Level 5 Children, Young People and Families Managers qualification (or equivalent).
* You do not have experience working in an residential children’s home.
Overall Purpose
To support the Registered Manager in leading the home, ensuring compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted standards, while promoting the highest standards of care for children. In the absence of the Registered Manager, you will take full responsibility for the running of the home.
Key Responsibilities
1. Leadership & Management
* Deputise for the Registered Manager, taking full responsibility for the home when required, including admin, childcare, and decision-making.
* Supervise and guide staff in line with Ofsted standards, CHR 2015, and company policies.
* Support recruitment, induction, training, supervision, and ongoing professional development of staff.
* Contribute to the home’s quality assurance, including Regulation 44 visits, Regulation 45 reporting, and audits.
* Promote good childcare practice and ensure the home operates within Ofsted registration guidelines.
2. Children’s Care
* Oversee key workers, ensuring children’s casework, care plans, and reports are accurate and regularly reviewed.
* Promote positive behaviour support and ensure staff manage behaviour effectively.
* Build positive relationships with children, ensuring their rights, participation, and emotional wellbeing are central to practice.
* Model high standards of childcare in your own direct work, setting an example for the team.
3. Safeguarding & Compliance
* Ensure safeguarding is embedded across all practice, reporting any concerns immediately to the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
* Uphold the organisation’s Child Protection Policy and ensure compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations 2015.
* Maintain confidentiality and promote a safe, secure environment for children at all times.
4. Organisation & Reporting
* Contribute to case conferences, planning meetings, and reviews.
* Compile accurate reports and support staff to include children’s voices in records.
* Maintain effective communication across the team through handovers, meetings, and supervisions.
5. Resources & Administration
* Manage resources and budgets effectively, ensuring the home and living areas remain safe, clean, and orderly.
* Assist with financial oversight and administrative functions delegated by the Registered Manager.
* Contribute to planning and service development, ensuring the home meets both regulatory and organisational goals.
6. General Duties
* Carry out reasonable tasks delegated by the Registered Manager.
* Transport children to school, appointments, and activities as required.
* Work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and sleep-ins.
Safeguarding
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. All staff share responsibility for safeguarding children and young people in our care.
Review
This job description will be reviewed annually and may be amended after consultation with the post holder