Deputy Manager - children's home

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Burton on Trent, Staffordshire. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with emotional, and behavioural difficulties within a children's home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent position working 38 hours per work plus sleep ins. Previous experience in a senior or managerial role is not essential although all applicants must have an NVQ level 3 in Residential childcare.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £36,000 - £38,000 per year.

As a Deputy Manager your main responsibilities will include:

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of statutory and procedural frameworks for residential care and communicate this to members of the team.


• Support the Registered Manager with external audits.


• Ensure that staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its children.


• Ensure each child has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, social, and cultural needs.


• Ensure all new staff receive a thorough induction.


• Report and assist the manager in resolving issues relating to staff motivation, conduct and competencies of staff members.


• Monitor finances and ensure budgets are managed effectively.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

• Causal Dress


• Additional Leave


• Progression Opportunities


• Free Parking

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Jack Hollinrake.

Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus.