Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset (BS23)

Salary: £36,036 per annum (£18.48 per hour)

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Sleep-in rate: £70 per shift (additional to salary)
On-call allowance: £50 per shift (£75 if Level 5 qualified)

About the Role

We are recruiting for an experienced Deputy Manager to join a children's residential home in Weston-Super-Mare.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong Senior or existing Deputy Manager to step into a leadership role within a supportive and nurturing environment, working with young people aged 8-18 with complex needs and behaviours.

You will work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure the home delivers high-quality, safe and Ofsted-compliant care, while supporting and developing the staff team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home
• Lead shifts and supervise staff to ensure safe and effective care delivery
• Promote safeguarding and ensure the welfare of all young people
• Support care planning, reviews, and regulatory compliance
• Contribute to achieving and maintaining GOOD or above Ofsted ratings
• Act as the lead in the absence of the Registered Manager
• Support staff through supervision, mentoring, and development
• Build strong relationships with external professionals and families

Shift Pattern & Working Structure

• Long day / sleep-in model
• 10:00am - 10:30am the following day (with sleep-in)
• Staff typically off duty by 11:00pm (overtime paid if exceeded)
• Minimum 1 office-based shift per week (more depending on service needs)
• Includes weekends and sleep-ins
• Participation in on-call rota (weekdays & weekends)

Sleep-in earnings (approx. per annum):

• 9 sleeps = £8,190
• 8 sleeps = £7,280
• 7 sleeps = £6,370

Requirements

Essential:

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
• Level 5 in Leadership & Management (or working towards)
• Experience within children's residential care
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted regulations
• Ability to lead shifts and manage staff effectively
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

• Previous Deputy Manager or Senior experience
• Experience supporting children with complex behaviours

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary + sleep-in payments
• Additional on-call payments
• Clear progression opportunities
• Supportive management structure
• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunity to make a real difference in young people's lives

About the Service

The home provides a safe, structured and nurturing environment, supporting young people to develop independence, emotional wellbeing and positive life outcomes. xbpsjku

Care is delivered in line with Children's Homes Regulations and Ofsted standards, with a strong focus on therapeutic and child-centred approaches.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced children's residential professional ready to take the next step into a Deputy Manager role, we would love to hear from you.