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Deputy Children’s Home Manager

Job Posted: 19 days ago

Salary: £ 40,734 - 43,854 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Derby

Expire in: 9 days

Job Description

Deputy Children’s Home Manager
📍 Derby
 💷 £40,734 – £43,854 per year
 ⏰ 40 hours per week

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Deputy Manager to support the leadership of a children’s residential home in Derby.
 Working closely with the Registered Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day management of the home, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and positive outcomes for children and young people.
 This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior or Team Leader ready to step up, or an existing Deputy looking for a new challenge within a supportive and progressive environment.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Registered Manager in the overall running of the home
Lead, supervise, and develop the staff team
Ensure high standards of care in line with Children’s Home Regulations
Oversee care planning and ensure positive outcomes for young people
Manage rotas, staffing levels, and recruitment support
Deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager
Support with Ofsted inspections and compliance
Monitor budgets and young people’s finances
Promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture

About the Service
The home operates in line with national standards and is committed to delivering safe, nurturing, and outcome-focused care for children and young people.
 You’ll be joining a service that values quality, development, and strong leadership, with clear opportunities to progress further.

What We’re Looking For

QCF Level 3 or 4 in Children & Young People (essential)
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (or willingness to work towards)
Minimum 3 years’ experience in residential childcare
Previous supervisory or leadership experience (preferred)
Strong understanding of safeguarding and behaviour management
Experience working within multi-agency environments
Full UK driving licence (essential)

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary up to £43,854
Clear career progression opportunities
Funded Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management
Ongoing professional development
Supportive leadership structure
Performance-related bonus
Free parking
Referral scheme
Friendly and supportive working environment

Additional Information

Full-time, permanent role
Initially includes shift work (2 on / 4 off with sleep-ins/on-call), transitioning to a 5-day working week
Based in Derby – must be able to commute or relocate
👉 Apply now to take the next step into leadership and help shape positive outcomes for children and young people

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