Job Description:
Deputy Manager – Children's Residential Home
South Norwood, London
£30,000 - £40,000 + Career Progression
Full-Time Permanent Role
Are you an experienced Deputy Manager or Senior Support Worker looking for the next step in your career?
My client is seeking a passionate and experienced Deputy Manager to support the opening and development of a new 3-bed children's home in South Norwood for young people aged 8–18 with learning disabilities and additional needs.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone ambitious, child-focused, and looking to progress towards a Registered Manager position within a supportive and growing organisation.
About the Role
As Deputy Manager, you will work closely with the Registered Manager and a Responsible Individual to help lead the home, support the staff team, and ensure outstanding care is delivered to children and young people.
You will play a key role in:
- Supporting the day-to-day running of the home
- Leading and motivating staff teams
- Promoting safeguarding and positive outcomes for young people
- Supporting care planning and risk management
- Ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and quality standards
- Helping develop a nurturing, safe, and therapeutic environment
- Assisting with staff supervision, training, and development
- Preparing for and supporting Ofsted inspections
What We're Looking For
We are looking for candidates who have:
- At least 2 years' experience within a children's residential setting
- Experience in a Senior or Deputy Manager role
- Knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding procedures
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- A passion for supporting children with learning disabilities and additional needs
- Level 3 or Level 5 qualification in Health & Social Care (or working towards)
- A desire to progress into a Registered Manager role
Why Join Us?
- Excellent opportunity for career progression
- Supportive leadership team
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Opportunity to help shape a new children's home from the beginning
- Meaningful work making a genuine difference in young people's lives
If you are a dedicated, motivated Deputy Manager, and ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to join a team committed to changing lives and creating positive futures for children and young people.
Working Place:
South Norwood
Salary package :
£ 30,000.00 - 40,000.00 (British Pound Sterling)
Package Details :
Healthcare & Pension