Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home

Location: South London

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000

Hours: Full-time Rota-based Monday to Sunday

The Role:

We are recruiting a Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of a children’s residential home. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for an established Senior Support Worker or Deputy Manager looking to take the next step in their career.

You will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where young people can thrive, while supporting and leading a committed staff team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Registered Manager in the overall management and operation of the home.

• Deputise for the Registered Manager in their absence.

• Provide leadership, guidance, and line management to Senior and Support Workers.

• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality care in line with care plans and relevant regulations.

• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive outcomes for young people.

• Deliver regular supervision, appraisals, and on-the-job support to staff.

• Support staff training, induction, and development plans.

• Assist with rota management to ensure appropriate staffing levels.

• Monitor staff performance and promote best practice.

• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with Health & Safety, safeg...