Children's Home Deputy Manager

About The Role

Our home is more than a place to live. It's a place where young people are supported to heal, feel safe, build trusting relationships and begin to believe in their future.

We are seeking an experienced, compassionate and resilient Deputy Manager to support our 5-bed Assessing Healing Complex Trauma home, which is currently home to four incredible young women aged 14 to 16.

The young people we support have experienced significant trauma and adversity. Some present with complex safeguarding needs, including Child Criminal Exploitation (CCE) risks, and require adults who can provide consistency, boundaries, emotional warmth and unwavering belief in their potential.

This role is ideal for an experienced Senior Residential Worker looking to take the next step, or an existing Deputy Manager seeking a meaningful leadership opportunity within a highly therapeutic environment.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Is passionate about improving the lives of children and young people.
• Understands the impact of trauma and how it can shape behaviour, relationships and decision-making.
• Has strong safeguarding knowledge and experience managing complex risks, including CCE.
• Can balance nurturing care with clear, consistent boundaries.
• Leads with warmth, empathy and accountability.
• Is a positive role model who young people can trust, respect and aspire to be like.
• Can support and develop a team to provide high-quality therapeutic care.
• Enjoys engaging with young people and creating positive experiences and memories.
• Holds a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• Has at least two years' experience within Children's Residential Care.
• Holds a full manual driving licence.
• Is aged 22 years or over in line with Ofsted regulations.

What Will I Do as a Deputy Manager?

Working alongside the Registered Manager, you will:

• Help create a safe, nurturing and therapeutic home environment.
• Lead and support a team to deliver trauma-informed, child-centred care.
• Build meaningful relationships with young people and champion their voices.
• Ensure safeguarding is embedded in every aspect of practice.
• Support young people to overcome barriers and achieve positive outcomes.
• Lead shifts, staff development and quality practice within the home.
• Oversee care planning, risk management and placement planning.
• Support young people to engage in education, activities and opportunities that build confidence and self-esteem.

Our young people love being active and trying new experiences, from kayaking and paddleboarding to days out and adventures that create lasting memories. We're looking for someone who will embrace these moments, celebrate achievements and help young people experience the childhood opportunities they deserve.