Children's Home Deputy

Posting date:	22 May 2025
Salary:	£37,500 to £40,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	21 June 2025
Location:	ws2
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Purosearch
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	JOB-53514-20726

Summary

Deputy Children's Home Manager – Walsall
Salary: £40,000
Location: Walsall, West Midlands
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you have the drive and experience to support the management of a nurturing and therapeutic home environment? We are looking for a dedicated Deputy Manager to join our team at a well-established children's residential home in Walsall.

About the Role:

As Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Manager in the daily running of the home, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance. You will lead a team of residential support workers, promoting a child-centred approach that helps young people achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the overall management of the home in line with Ofsted regulations and children's care plans

  
  

• Provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to care staff

  
  

• Contribute to staff recruitment, training, and development

  
  

• Promote a positive, safe, and supportive environment for young people

  
  

• Liaise with families, social workers, and external professionals

  
  

• Participate in on-call duties and deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager

  
  Requirements:

  • Minimum Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

    
    

  • At least 2 years’ experience working in a children’s residential care setting

    
    

  • Experience in a supervisory or senior support role

    
    

  • Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and trauma-informed practice

    
    

  • Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills

    
    

  • A full UK driving licence is preferred

    
    Benefits:

    • Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses

      
      

    • Ongoing training and career progression opportunities

      
      

    • Supportive management and staff team

      
      

    • Pension scheme

      
      

    • 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)

      
      

      If you’re a compassionate, motivated professional ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.

      To apply, please submit your CV!