Deputy Childrens Home Manager
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Deputy Home Manager Childrens Residential Home -
Step into a Deputy Home Manager role where your leadership directly shapes the day-to-day lives of young people aged 1118 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). This childrens residential home is Ofsted-regulated and requires a confident Deputy Manager who can lead shifts guide staff and maintain high standards of care. Youll work closely with the Registered Manager sharing responsibility for safeguarding performance and the overall direction of the home.
Before You Apply
- A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (Minimum) is required.
- You must have experience working in an Ofsted-regulated childrens home.
- This role is not suitable for candidates without senior or supervisory experience in residential care.
Key Job Details
- Salary: per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
- Full-time permanent contract
- Includes sleep-in shifts
- Childrens residential home (EBD)
- Ofsted-regulated setting
- Supports young people aged 1118
Why This Role Is Worth Considering
- Opportunity to influence care planning and staff development
- Direct involvement in Ofsted readiness and compliance
- Scope to progress toward Registered Manager in future
- Competitive salary aligned to responsibility and experience
What Youll Need
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or above)
- Experience in an Ofsted-regulated childrens residential home
- Experience supervising or leading staff in a residential setting
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and behaviour management
- Ability to lead shifts and make decisions independently
Desirable
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare
What Youll Do
- Support the Registered Manager with the daily running of the home
- Lead shifts and ensure care plans are implemented consistently
- Supervise and mentor Residential Support Workers
- Monitor safeguarding practices and behaviour management strategies
- Contribute to care planning risk assessments and placement reviews
- Maintain accurate records in line with Ofsted requirements
What Happens After You Apply
Applications will be reviewed against the essential criteria. Shortlisted Deputy Home Manager candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview.
Reference: WILL196774/MW
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