Handsworth, Birmingham
Salary up to £39,000PA
We are working in partnership with an established and expanding provider of children’s residential care to recruit a Deputy Manager for a 6-bed LD children’s home based in Handsworth, Birmingham.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a provider with a strong reputation in the sector, a clear growth strategy, and genuine long-term career progression.
The Role
As Deputy Manager, you will support the RM in the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring high-quality, child-centred care and strong regulatory compliance. You will lead, develop and motivate a stable staff team, embed a positive culture, and deliver positive outcomes for young people with trauma and trauma-based conditions.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading, mentoring and developing the staff team
* Ensuring high standards of safeguarding, care planning and outcomes
* Maintaining compliance and inspection readiness
* Building strong relationships with placing authorities, professionals and families
The Ideal Candidate
* An experienced Deputy Manager or Senior ready to step up
* Strong knowledge of trauma and children’s residential care
* Level 3 Diploma in Leadership & Management (or working towards)
* Confident leading teams and managing compliance
* Passionate about delivering high-quality care and achieving positive outcomes
What’s on Offer
* Salary up to £39,000 per annum
* Great Benefit Package
* Supportive senior leadership and strong infrastructure
* Clear progression opportunities within a growing organisation
* Opportunity to make a real impact in a small, nurturing home
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch. All enquiries will be handled discreetly
Salary description
£34000.00 - £39000.00 per year