Deputy Manager, Children’s Home (EBD)

Up to £40,000 per year
Full-time, permanent
3 sleep-ins per month

We’re recruiting a Deputy Manager for a small, therapeutic children’s home supporting young people aged 8–18 with emotional and behavioural difficulties. The model is intentionally small (2-bed) because relationships land better when there’s space to do the work properly.

This is a role for someone who enjoys being visible on shift, thoughtful in leadership, and serious about standards, while keeping the day-to-day human.

Why this provider is worth your time

You’ll be joining a family-led organisation that’s growing carefully, with a clear plan to open more small homes over the next few years. The leadership team has a mix of business and SEND education experience, and there’s hands-on oversight from an experienced Responsible Individual who focuses on developing future leaders.

The home follows a therapeutic approach and supports children to build stability, routines, and confidence in everyday life.

Recent inspection feedback for the provider’s service highlights strong day-to-day care and safeguarding practice, with children enjoying meaningful activities and improved engagement with education.

The role

As Deputy Manager, you’ll support the Registered Manager to keep the home running well and developing in the right direction.

You’ll be involved in:

• Leading shifts and guiding practice across the home

• Coaching and supervising staff, building a confident and capable team

• Care planning, risk assessment, and safeguarding decisions

• Quality assurance, recording standards, and contributing to inspection readiness

• Working with families, social workers, education and health partners to keep plans moving

You’ll have real influence in how the home feels, how the team works, and how children experience care.

What we’re looking for

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

• Minimum 18 months’ experience in a children’s home

• Experience as a Senior Residential Support Worker or Deputy Manager

• Confident communication, reflective practice, and consistent leadership

• Full UK manual driving licence

Package and progression

• Up to £40,000 per year

• 3 sleep-ins per month

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Training, pension, and employee support scheme

• Ongoing mentoring and development with a clear pathway into Registered Manager roles as new homes open

Interested?

If you’re ready for a Deputy role where leadership is hands-on, practice is thoughtful, and progression is genuinely part of the plan, apply now.