DEPUTY MANAGER - CHILDREN'S RESIDENTIAL HOME -COVENTRY

Posted 24 September 2026
Salary £31680.00 - £45000 per annum
LocationCoventry
Job type Permanent
Discipline Residential, Supported Living & Day Services
ReferenceBBBH448267_1790254364

Job description

DEPUTY MANAGER - CHILDREN'S RESIDENTIAL HOME

Coventry, CV2

£31,680 basic + £45 per sleep-in
OTE approx. £34,920 with 6 sleep-ins per month
Enhanced rates available
160 hours per month | Permanent

Are you an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker, Team Leader or Deputy Manager ready for your next step?

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Deputy Manager to join a 4-bed children's residential home in Coventry, supporting young people aged 8-17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a key leadership role, supporting the Registered Manager while helping to create a safe, nurturing and positive home where young people can thrive.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

  • Supporting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home

  • Leading shifts and managing the home in the Manager's absence

  • Leading, motivating and supporting the residential care team

  • Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people

  • Supporting young people with EBD, trauma and challenging behaviours

  • Supporting care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support plans

  • Maintaining high standards in line with Ofsted requirements

  • Supporting Regulation 44/45 processes and quality assurance

  • Working closely with social workers, schools and other professionals

  • Supporting staff supervision, development and performance

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

ESSENTIAL: You must hold a minimum Level 3 qualification in Children & Young People's Residential Care or equivalent.

You will also need:

  • Experience working in a children's residential home

  • Experience supporting children and young people with EBD

  • Senior/Team Leader/Deputy experience or strong leadership experience

  • Good knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

  • Understanding of Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards

  • Confidence leading shifts and supporting a staff team

  • A genuine passion for improving outcomes for children and young people

WHAT'S ON OFFER?

£31,680 basic salary
£45 per sleep-in
OTE approximately £34,920 based on 6 sleep-ins per month
Enhanced rates available
160 contracted hours per month
Excellent opportunity for career progression within children's residential care

READY FOR YOUR NEXT STEP?

If you have your Level 3 in Children & Young People's Residential Care, children's home experience and you're ready to progress into a Deputy Manager position, we want to hear from you.

Apply today for a confidential discussion.