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Children’s Home Deputy Manager – Ofsted-Regulated Home

Job details
Posting date: 04 March 2026
Salary: £35,200 to £40,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 03 April 2026
Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Affinity Care Recruitment
Job type: Permanent
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Summary

Children’s Home Deputy Manager – Ofsted-Regulated Home

Location: Marple, Stockport (SK2)
Salary: Up to £40,000
Base Salary: £35,200
Performance Bonus: Up to £4,800 per annum
Shift Pattern: 3 on / 3 off, 10am–10pm (no sleeps)

We’re recruiting an experienced Deputy Manager to join a well-established Ofsted-regulated 4-bedded EBD children’s home in Marple, Stockport. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a senior role within a stable, therapeutic service supported by a strong senior leadership team.

The Home

4-bedded EBD home
Currently supporting 3 children (2 boys, 1 girl)
Therapeutic, trauma-informed approach
Stable placement group and supportive wider team
Who We’re Looking For

You must have:

✔ Experience working as a Deputy Manager within an Ofsted-registered children’s home within the last 2 years
✔ Level 3 or 4 qualification (Children & Young People)
✔ Strong safeguarding and regulatory knowledge
✔ Confidence in supporting Ofsted inspections
✔ A commitment to therapeutic, trauma-informed care
We’re looking for a confident, child-centred leader who can support the Registered Manager, develop staff, and help maintain exceptional care standards.

What You’ll Get

Strong senior leadership and operational support
Fully funded Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification
Genuine career progression – with the organisation expanding, future Registered Manager opportunities will arise
A stable, supportive team environment
Performance-related bonuses
Key Responsibilities

Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home
Ensure compliance with Ofsted standards and all regulatory requirements
Lead, motivate, and develop staff teams
Help drive continuous improvement across the home
Safeguard and promote the welfare of children
Build positive relationships with children, families, professionals, and external agencies
Requirements

Experience as a Deputy Manager in an Ofsted-regulated setting
Level 3/4 in Children & Young People
Strong understanding of safeguarding and Ofsted frameworks
Confident in leading practice and supporting inspections
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)
Full UK driving licence preferred

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