Deputy Home Manager – Children’s Residential Care
| Posting date: | 18 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £37,562.00 to £38,827.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 January 2026 |
| Location: | Pleasley, Mansfield |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Homes2Inspire |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | DHMPleasley |
Summary
Deputy Home Manager – Children’s Residential Care
Pleasley, Nottinghamshire
£37,562.00 - £38,827.00 Per Annum
Full-time, Permanent
We’re opening a new 4-bed trauma-informed children’s home in Pleasley – and we need an exceptional Deputy Home Manager to assist the Registered Home Manager in shaping its future. This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to create a safe, nurturing environment where young lives can thrive.
About Homes2Inspire
Since 2007, Homes2Inspire (part of Shaw Trust) has grown to over 55 homes, supported accommodation, and high-needs foster care. We’re proud to be the UK’s largest charity-owned provider of residential children’s homes, with 92% rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Our mission is simple: every child deserves the best possible start in life.
The Role
As Deputy Home Manager, you’ll play a key role in supporting the Registered Manager with the leadership and smooth day-to-day running of our new 4-bed, trauma-informed children’s home in Pleasley. Your responsibilities will include:
Supervision and Leadership: Assist the Home Manager in leading and managing the staff team, including recruitment, training, and supervision.
Operational Oversight: Support the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and structured environment.
Care Planning: Develop and implement individual care plans for each child, ensuring their physical, emotional, and social needs are met.
Nurturing Support: Build positive relationships, providing emotional and practical support and create an environment where our children feel safe and loved.
Quality Assurance: Monitor and maintain the quality of care provided, conducting regular assessments and implementing improvements where necessary.
Training and Development: Assist in the training and ongoing development of staff, promoting best practices in childcare and support.
Record Keeping: Maintain records detailing the journey of our children, in a way that is thoughtful and meaningful.
Making Memories: Providing opportunities and experiences to make happy memories.
Crisis Management: Respond to emergencies and incidents in a calm manner, ensuring appropriate action is taken and documentation completed.
What We’re Looking For:
Essential:
Previous experience working with children and young people in a leadership role in a residential or similar setting is essential
QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with children and work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals.
Have the confidence to handle challenging situations with patience and a calm demeanour
You will be able to lead a team to achieve positive outcomes, providing them with guidance and mentorship to develop in their roles.
Desirable:
Experience in CAMHS or mental health nursing
What We Offer
33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
Unum Health Plan 360 – claim back everyday healthcare costs
Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support + counselling sessions
Wellbeing team with NHS clinical backgrounds
Discounts on shopping, cinema, holidays + Blue Light Card
Cycle to Work Scheme
Refer a Friend bonus (£500 or £1,000 for Registered Managers)
Diversity & Inclusion
We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including those with lived experience of care or social exclusion. We actively encourage applications from under-represented groups, including men in residential care roles.
Interviews: Week commencing 12 January 2026
Apply now or contact careers@homes2inspire.co.uk | 01788 487057
Pleasley, Nottinghamshire
£37,562.00 - £38,827.00 Per Annum
Full-time, Permanent
We’re opening a new 4-bed trauma-informed children’s home in Pleasley – and we need an exceptional Deputy Home Manager to assist the Registered Home Manager in shaping its future. This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to create a safe, nurturing environment where young lives can thrive.
About Homes2Inspire
Since 2007, Homes2Inspire (part of Shaw Trust) has grown to over 55 homes, supported accommodation, and high-needs foster care. We’re proud to be the UK’s largest charity-owned provider of residential children’s homes, with 92% rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Our mission is simple: every child deserves the best possible start in life.
The Role
As Deputy Home Manager, you’ll play a key role in supporting the Registered Manager with the leadership and smooth day-to-day running of our new 4-bed, trauma-informed children’s home in Pleasley. Your responsibilities will include:
Supervision and Leadership: Assist the Home Manager in leading and managing the staff team, including recruitment, training, and supervision.
Operational Oversight: Support the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and structured environment.
Care Planning: Develop and implement individual care plans for each child, ensuring their physical, emotional, and social needs are met.
Nurturing Support: Build positive relationships, providing emotional and practical support and create an environment where our children feel safe and loved.
Quality Assurance: Monitor and maintain the quality of care provided, conducting regular assessments and implementing improvements where necessary.
Training and Development: Assist in the training and ongoing development of staff, promoting best practices in childcare and support.
Record Keeping: Maintain records detailing the journey of our children, in a way that is thoughtful and meaningful.
Making Memories: Providing opportunities and experiences to make happy memories.
Crisis Management: Respond to emergencies and incidents in a calm manner, ensuring appropriate action is taken and documentation completed.
What We’re Looking For:
Essential:
Previous experience working with children and young people in a leadership role in a residential or similar setting is essential
QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with children and work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals.
Have the confidence to handle challenging situations with patience and a calm demeanour
You will be able to lead a team to achieve positive outcomes, providing them with guidance and mentorship to develop in their roles.
Desirable:
Experience in CAMHS or mental health nursing
What We Offer
33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
Unum Health Plan 360 – claim back everyday healthcare costs
Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support + counselling sessions
Wellbeing team with NHS clinical backgrounds
Discounts on shopping, cinema, holidays + Blue Light Card
Cycle to Work Scheme
Refer a Friend bonus (£500 or £1,000 for Registered Managers)
Diversity & Inclusion
We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including those with lived experience of care or social exclusion. We actively encourage applications from under-represented groups, including men in residential care roles.
Interviews: Week commencing 12 January 2026
Apply now or contact careers@homes2inspire.co.uk | 01788 487057