Children's Home Deputy Manager

Deputy Manager Children s Residential Home
Salary: £30,500 £ 39,000 per annum + sleep-ins

Location:

Verwood

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Manager to support the effective leadership of a child-centred residential home that is currently home to 2 children. This role is key to ensuring the home consistently meets Ofsted regulations, delivers high-quality care, and promotes positive outcomes for children.
Working alongside the Registered Manager, you will help maintain a safe, nurturing, and stable environment, underpinned by therapeutic practice and strong safeguarding principles.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home
Safeguard and promote the welfare of children in line with legislation and best practice
Lead, supervise, and develop the staff team to deliver consistently high standards of care
Manage the home in the absence of the Registered Manager
Contribute to care planning, risk management, and regulatory compliance
Participate in the on-call rota

Requirements

Minimum 1 year s experience in a children s residential management role
Strong knowledge of Ofsted standards, safeguarding, and quality assurance
Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Children and Young People (or equivalent)
Willingness to work towards a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (funded)
Profficient in de-escalation of challenging behaviours
Full UK driving licence

This role involves shift work, including weekends and bank holidays.

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality, child-focused care and ready to take the next step in your leadership career, please APPLY NOW!