Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Location: Thornton Heath, Croydon

Salary: £42,000 - £50,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)

Hours: Full-time, rota-based, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and participation in the on-call rota.

The Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in leading a children's residential home, ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding and regulatory compliance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated leader who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people. You'll play a key role in the day-to-day management of the home, supporting staff, maintaining high-quality care standards and helping create a safe, stable and nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

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• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day leadership of the home.
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• Lead shifts, supervise staff and promote a positive team culture.
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• Ensure the home remains compliant with Ofsted regulations and Children's Homes Quality Standards.
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• Oversee care planning, key working and support plans to achieve positive outcomes.
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• Promote safeguarding, manage incidents appropriately and support multi-agency working.
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• Monitor records, audits and quality assurance processes to ensure continuous improvement.
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• Assist with Ofsted inspections, action plans and maintaining inspection readiness.
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• Support recruitment, staff development, supervision and performance management.
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• Participate in the management on-call rota and provide leadership cover when required.
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About You

You'll be a confident and supportive leader with experience within children's residential care and a passion for delivering outstanding care.

Essential Requirements

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• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
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• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it).
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• Previous experience within an Ofsted-regulated children's residential setting.
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• Experience supervising or leading teams within residential childcare.
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• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
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• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
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• Full UK Driving Licence.
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• Flexible to work a rota, including weekends, bank holidays and on-call duties.
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What's on Offer

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• Competitive salary of £42,000 - £50,000.
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• Ongoing training and career development.
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• Supportive management team.
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• Opportunity to progress within a growing organisation.
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• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.
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Please Note

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• Employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant pre-employment checks.
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• Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.
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