Deputy Manager

We are seeking a Deputy Home Manager to join a small, nurturing therapeutic children’s home supporting children aged 4–10 years.

This role is ideal for someone who can act as a therapeutic parental figure, offering consistency, emotional safety, and positive role modelling within a trauma-informed environment.

Key Responsibilities:

* Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home

* Provide direct care and therapeutic support to children

* Lead, mentor, and support staff teams

* Promote a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment

* Contribute to care planning, safeguarding, and Ofsted compliance

About You:

* Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People (or equivalent)

* Have at least 2 years’ experience in children’s residential care

* Demonstrate a calm, nurturing, and emotionally available approach

* Experience supporting children with emotional and behavioural needs

* A registered driver

We

Offer:

* Competitive salary of £38,000 – £40,000

* Ongoing therapeutic and leadership development

* A supportive, child-focused working environment

If you are passionate about therapeutic, relationship-based care and want to make a meaningful difference in young children’s lives, we would love to hear from you