Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Our client is seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of a Residential Children’s Home in Hays. You will help lead the team, maintain a safe and nurturing environment, and ensure the home meets all statutory requirements under the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Quality Standards .

You will contribute to staff supervision, rota planning, safeguarding practice, record-keeping, and daily operational oversight. In the Registered Manager’s absence, you will step into full management responsibilities, ensuring the home remains compliant, child-centred, and effectively staffed. The role requires flexibility, leadership presence, and a commitment to delivering high-quality care for children with complex needs.

Requirements

Essential Experience & Compliance

• Experience specifically within a residential children’s home .
  

• Strong understanding of Ofsted expectations and safeguarding procedures.
  

• Ability to work beyond standard regulated hours , including on-call duties.
  

• Enhanced DBS (Update Service preferred) or willingness to complete one.
  

• No immigration restrictions — unrestricted working hours required.
  

• Ability to commute reliably to Hays or live within a reasonable distance.
  

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) — must already hold, be working towards, or be willing to complete (mandatory).
  

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) — desirable or willingness to work towards.
  

Additional Requirements

• Completion of a pre-assessment before interview.
  

• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
  

• Ability to uphold professional boundaries and maintain high standards of practice.
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £33,000 with a supportive, stable rota structure.
  

• Strong training pathway including funded Level 3 and Level 5 qualifications.
  

• Ongoing CPD, supervision, and leadership development.
  

• Bonus and recognition schemes celebrating staff contribution.
  

• Clear career progression to Team Leader, Registered Manager, and Responsible Individual roles.
  

• Supportive and values-driven employer focused on high-quality care and staff wellbeing.