This job has expired

Deputy Children's Manager

Location: Whitworth House, Adbaston, Stafford, ST20
Salary: 41,036.49 - 41,651.39 per annum
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Shift Pattern: 2 on, 4 off, including sleep-ins

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Deputy Children's Manager to support the leadership and day-to-day running of a residential children's home in Adbaston, Stafford.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in residential childcare who is ready to take on greater responsibility, support a dedicated team and help create a safe, stable and nurturing environment for children and young people. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality, therapeutic care, promoting positive outcomes and ensuring that care practices meet the required safeguarding and regulatory standards.

About the Role

As Deputy Children's Manager, you will work closely with the Registered Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of the home, lead staff and maintain high standards of care. You will deputise for the Registered Manager when required, helping to ensure the home continues to operate effectively and that children receive consistent, individualised support.

Key responsibilities include:

- Leading care practices within the home and deputising for the Registered Manager when required.
- Supporting the supervision, development and performance management of staff.
- Ensuring safeguarding procedures, policies and regulatory requirements are consistently followed.
- Building positive relationships with children and young people, supporting their emotional, social and developmental needs.
- Planning shifts, allocating staff resources and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the home.
- Supporting the development and implementation of individual care plans, risk assessments and therapeutic approaches.
- Working collaboratively with external professionals, families and other relevant agencies to achieve positive outcomes for children.
- Promoting an inclusive, nurturing and stable home environment where children feel safe, valued and supported.
- Taking responsibility for overseeing aspects of the home in the absence of the Registered Manager and providing leadership when required.
- Supporting the home during inspections and contributing to ongoing quality assurance and service improvement.
- Maintaining accurate records and ensuring documentation meets organisational and regulatory standards.

Essential Requirements

- At least one year's experience in a supervisory or management role within residential children's care.
- At least two years' experience working in residential childcare.
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or an equivalent qualification.
- Willingness and ability to complete the Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification if not already achieved.
- A strong understanding of child development, trauma-informed practice and safeguarding.
- Knowledge of the regulations, legislation and legal frameworks governing residential childcare.
- Proven leadership, organisational and delegation skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word and Excel.
- A full UK driving licence.
- Resilience, adaptability and the ability to remain effective under pressure.
- Flexibility to work a 2-on, 4-off shift pattern, including weekends and sleep-ins.
- A commitment to continued professional development and maintaining high standards of care.

Desirable Experience and Qualifications

- A Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management of Children's Residential Care.
- Experience managing staff performance, delivering supervision and supporting team development.
- Experience taking responsibility for the home in the absence of the Registered Manager or other senior leaders.
- Experience supporting Ofsted inspections and maintaining regulatory compliance.

The Opportunity

This role offers the opportunity to develop your leadership skills within residential childcare while making a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people. You will help lead a team committed to providing consistent, therapeutic care and contribute to creating a positive environment in which children can feel safe, build relationships and work towards brighter futures.

If you have the relevant residential childcare experience, leadership ability and commitment to high-quality care, this could be an excellent next step in your career.

Salary: 41,036.49 - 41,651.39 per annum
Location: Adbaston, Stafford, ST20
Working Pattern: 2 on, 4 off, including sleep-ins

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Deputy Manager - Residential Childrens Home

Location: Cheadle, ST10
Salary: £38,662-£41,330 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications, plus discretionary monthly management bonus
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week, including evenings, weekends and on-call duties

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager click apply for full job details

An opportunity has arisen for a Registered Manager / Deputy Manager to join a children s residential care provider. This full-time role offers salary range of £55,000 - £75,000 and benefits.

As a Registered Manager / Deputy Manager, you will oversee the children's residential home, ensuring appropriate care standards and effective day-to-day management.

They will also consider Deputy Manager ready to progress into a Registered Manager position.

What we are looking for:

• Approx 5 years' experience in residential care, including 2 years in a management role within a children's residential setting.
• Background in managing residential homes for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD)
• QCF Level 5 Leadership and Management in Children's Residential Care, or an equivalent qualification.
• Be able to work over the weekends and evenings.
• An enhanced DBS check and a full UK driving licence.
• The right to work in the UK.

The candidates from the following background will be considered:

• Registered Manager, Deputy Manager, Home Manager, Responsible Individual, Children s Home Manager, Registered Home Manager, Deputy Home Manager, Children s Care Manager, Care Manager or in a similar role

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary
• Bonus scheme

Apply today to take the next step in your career and make a positive difference in children's residential care.

Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone, or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.

Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

Deputy Manager - Children s Residential Care

Reports to: Registered Manager
Hours: 40 hours per week

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Deputy Manager - Children s Residential Care to support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day leadership and operation of a children s home supporting young people aged 8-17.

The Deputy Manager - Children s Residential Care will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing and child-centred home where young people can feel secure, build trusting relationships and make meaningful progress.

You will provide leadership to the staff team, maintain high standards of care and safeguarding, and deputise for the Registered Manager when required.

Key Responsibilities

As Deputy Manager - Children s Residential Care, you will:

Support the Registered Manager with the effective day-to-day running of the home.

Lead, supervise and mentor Residential Support Workers and senior staff.

Ensure children receive high-quality, individualised and trauma-informed care.

Maintain strong safeguarding practice and respond appropriately to concerns, incidents and allegations.

Ensure care plans, risk assessments, key-work sessions and records are accurate and up to date.

Promote a warm, safe and homely environment where children s views are listened to and respected.

Support staff supervision, induction, probation and ongoing professional development.

Assist with safer recruitment and the development of a stable, effective staff team.

Work closely with social workers, local authorities, education, health professionals, families and other agencies.

Support referrals and admissions, ensuring placements are appropriately assessed.

Contribute to audits, Regulation 44 visits, Ofsted inspections and service improvement plans.

Support therapeutic approaches within the home alongside relevant professionals.

Participate in the on-call rota and provide leadership during emergencies or critical incidents.

Deputise for the Registered Manager and maintain continuity of leadership in their absence.

About You

To be considered for the Deputy Manager - Children s Residential Care position, you will ideally have:

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or an equivalent relevant qualification.

Experience working within an Ofsted-regulated children s residential home.

Previous senior, supervisory or management experience.

Experience supporting children with emotional, behavioural and complex trauma-related needs.

Good knowledge of the Children s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.

Strong safeguarding knowledge, including an understanding of LADO procedures.

An understanding of trauma, attachment and therapeutic approaches.

The ability to lead, motivate and develop a staff team.

Strong communication, organisation and decision-making skills.

A full UK driving licence.

A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or a willingness to work towards this qualification, would be advantageous.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended as a guide to the main responsibilities of the role and is not exhaustive. Duties may be amended from time to time in line with the needs of the service. The successful candidate will be required to undertake appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, right to work checks and verification of relevant qualifications. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks.

We re seeking a passionate, experienced Deputy Manager to work closely with the Registered Manager to oversee the daily running of the home, lead and support the staff team, and ensure the highest standards of care and safeguarding are consistently maintained.

We are committed to providing a stable and nurturing home for children and young people, using Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP) and trauma-informed care as the foundation of everything we do.

Location: Swadlincote

Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week)

Salary: £44,000 - £48,000 PTE (depending on sleep-in shifts worked)

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary.
• 40-hour Full-Time Contract.
• 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Performance bonuses £100 for achieving a Good Ofsted rating and £200 for Outstanding .
• Therapeutic training, including DDP, to develop advanced skills in trauma-informed care.
• Continuous professional development opportunities, including structured 1-1 and group managerial training development workshops throughout your probationary period.
• A supportive, inclusive work culture where diversity is respected, and individuality is valued.
• An organisation guided by the belief that Every Step Forward Matters focusing on progress, growth, and the unique journey of every staff member and young person.

What We re Looking For:

• A minimum of 2 years experience in residential childcare, including leadership responsibilities.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Level 5 is preferred but not required.
• DDP therapeutically trained or willing to complete the training within the probation period.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and ability to respond effectively to concerns.
• Ability to manage, motivate and develop a staff team.

Requirements:

• Minimum age 22 (Ofsted requirement).
• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Full manual UK driving licence.
• Must be able to speak and understand English to a good standard for effective communication, record-keeping and safeguarding the wellbeing of those you will be supporting.
• A full Enhanced DBS Check will be required for the successful candidates.
• Please note we do not currently hold a sponsorship licence and are therefore unable to offer visa sponsorship.

What You ll Be Doing:

• Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day management of the home.
• Lead shifts, ensuring the smooth running of the home and adherence to care plans, routines, and safeguarding procedures.
• Oversee staff supervision, appraisal, and performance management.
• Develop and maintain rotas to ensure safe staffing levels.
• Lead and facilitate staff meetings, ensuring effective communication and team cohesion.
• Ensure placement plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans are up to date and implemented in daily practice.
• Work collaboratively with professionals, families, and external agencies to support the young person s care plan.
• Contribute to Ofsted inspections, quality assurance, and continuous improvement processes.
• Act as a role model for therapeutic and DDP-informed practice, embedding reflective and relational approaches across the team.
• Provide on-call support and cover when required.

About Us

When you join Keyline Care, you become part of a team dedicated to making a lasting difference in young people s lives. We value your expertise, invest in your growth, and celebrate your achievements, because when our team thrives, so do the young people we care for.

Keyline Care is a recognised and respected provider of supported living and adult services, known for delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex needs. With a strong track record in empowering adults to live safe, meaningful, and independent lives, we are now expanding into Ofsted-registered children s residential care.

What makes us unique is our seamless pathway from childhood through to adulthood. Our model offers young people the opportunity to receive focused therapeutic support in a stable home environment, and when ready to transition into their existing, well-established supported living and adult services. This approach promotes continuity, emotional security, and sustained progress through each stage of a young person s journey. With a strong infrastructure and years of experience delivering regulated services, we are well-equipped to provide safe, consistent, and high-impact care that helps young people heal, grow, and achieve long-term positive outcomes.

Safeguarding Statement

Keyline Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to always act in the best interest of the individuals we support.

Employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment guidelines.

Apply now to make a difference every day!

Lead a Children's Home and Make a Lasting Difference

Are you an experienced Ofsted Registered Manager or an Experienced Deputy looking to step up? If so, are you looking for your next leadership opportunity?

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Registered Manager to lead a new children's residential home in Haslingden , providing high-quality care and support for two young people (6-16) with Emot click apply for full job details