Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home

Location: Bradford, BD14
Salary: £37,000 – £39,000 (DOE) + £3,600 sleep-in allowance + up to £1,000 performance bonus
Full-time, permanent (including sleep-ins)

The Role
We are seeking a Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of a children’s residential home for young people aged 8–18. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in residential childcare to step into a senior leadership role and make a real impact.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Registered Manager and taking charge in their absence.
• Leading, supervising, and developing staff.
• Safeguarding children and ensuring compliance with Ofsted standards and Children’s Homes Regulations 2015.
• Overseeing care planning, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans.
• Promoting education, health, and independence for young people.
• Ensuring compliance, audits, and inspection readiness.
• Rota planning, on-call responsibilities, and shift leadership.

What We’re Looking For

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) – Level 4 desirable.
• At least 2 years’ experience in children’s residential care.
• Experience supervising or leading a team.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, trauma-informed practice, and childcare legislation.
• Flexible, resilient, and able to model positive leadership.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Desirable:

• Previous Deputy Manager or shift-leading experience.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Additional childcare or social care qualifications.

Benefits:

• £37,000 – £39,000 base salary (dependent on experience).
• £3,600 annual sleep-in allowance.
• Up to £1,000 performance-related bonus.
• Clear career progression and ongoing training opportunities.
• A supportive, child-focused environment.

Working Pattern:

• Full-time shifts including sleep-ins, weekends, and bank holidays.
• On-call responsibilities shared with the Registered Manager.

If you’re passionate about making a difference in children’s lives and have the skills to lead a team, apply today to take the next step in your career.