Deputy Manager - Children

Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home £35k–£37k Birmingham – B20 / B38 Contract: Full-time (Monday - Friday) About the Role We are recruiting a Deputy Manager to support our Registered Manager within a 3-bedded therapeutic EBD Children’s Home in Birmingham. What’s on Offer * Competitive salary above local market average * Overtime rate after 201.5 monthly hours * Comprehensive induction and ongoing training * Access to nationally recognised qualifications and career progression * Auto-enrolment into NEST pension scheme (criteria dependent; opt-out available) * Life insurance (1x annual salary to a nominated beneficiary) * Medicash cashback plan (including dental & optical) + high street discounts * Eligibility for Blue Light Card * Free DBS application and annual checks * Enhanced annual leave entitlement * Team-building events and development support Key Responsibilities * Co-manage home budgets and resources efficiently * Oversee staff development, supervision, and appraisals * Support and guide the care team in delivering therapeutic parenting approaches * Maintain and update placement plans, risk assessments, and care records * Promote the wellbeing, growth, and independence of young people in placement * Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and company policies Requirements * Minimum 2 years’ experience managing or supervising staff in a children’s residential setting * Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Care or equivalent (Level 4+ desirable) * Strong understanding of safeguarding, behaviour management, and trauma-informed practice * Full UK driving licence (essential, due to on-call requirements) * Flexibility to work long shifts, weekends, and sleep-ins * Commitment to continuous professional development