Deputy Manager - Child Social Care

Position: Deputy Manager - Child Social Care (Permanent)
Deputy Manager – Residential Childcare / Social Care

Location:

Birmingham

Reports to:

Registered Manager

Contract:

Full-time
Role Purpose
To support the Registered Manager in the effective running of a children’s residential home, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance. To lead staff, support young people, and manage the home in the Manager’s absence.

Key Responsibilities

* Support day-to-day operations and ensure consistent, safe practice.

* Act as Deputy Safeguarding Lead and follow all safeguarding procedures.

* Lead, supervise, mentor, and develop the staff team.

* Help manage rotas, staffing levels, and shift planning.

* Support care planning, behaviour management, and risk assessments.

* Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and Ofsted standards.

* Assist with audits, quality assurance, and development plans.

* Build positive relationships with young people, families, and professionals.

* Support recruitment, induction, and staff training.

* Promote a nurturing, trauma-informed environment.
Person Specification
Essential

* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).

* Experience in a children’s residential home, including senior/supervisory duties.

* Strong safeguarding knowledge.

* Understanding of Children’s Homes Regulations & Quality Standards.

* Good leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

* Emotional resilience and a child-centred approach.

* Enhanced DBS and flexible availability.
Desirable

* Level 5 Leadership & Management (or willingness to work towards).

* Experience supporting Ofsted inspections.

* Accredited behaviour management/physical intervention training