£40,734 - £43,854 Per Annum
Full Time
Permanent
Derby, Derbyshire
Medical
Posted 4 hours ago
Expires In 29 Days
Job Description
Deputy Children’s Home Manager📍 Derby
💷 £40,734 – £43,854 per year
⏰ 40 hours per week
About the RoleWe 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
About the ServiceThe 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
What’s on Offer
Additional Information
👉 Apply now to take the next step into leadership and help shape positive outcomes for children and young people.
💷 £40,734 – £43,854 per year
⏰ 40 hours per week
About the RoleWe 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 ServiceThe 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.