Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home

Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Salary: £36,000 – £38,000 per annum (including sleep-in payments)

Shift Pattern: 1 day on, 2 days off
Typical Hours: 08:00 – 23:00 followed by a sleep-in

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

The Opportunity

Joneshouse Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Deputy Manager to join a Children’s Residential Home in Northampton supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs.

This role offers an opportunity to work closely with the Registered Manager and senior leadership team, helping to deliver high-quality, child-centred care while ensuring the home operates in line with Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Ofsted Quality Standards.

The successful candidate will help lead the staff team, support the development of young people, and ensure the service provides a safe and nurturing environment.

About the Role

As Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home and take responsibility for the service in their absence.

You will play an important role in maintaining high standards of care, supporting staff development, and ensuring the home delivers positive outcomes for young people.

Key Responsibilities

Service Delivery

• Ensure the home operates in line with the Statement of Purpose, Quality Standards, and Children’s Homes Regulations

• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, care, and wellbeing for young people

• Support the development and regular review of individual care plans

• Encourage young people’s independence, participation, and community engagement

• Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive home environment

Staff Leadership

• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day management of the home

• Lead, support, and motivate the residential care team

• Promote a positive team culture and effective multi-agency collaboration

Training & Supervision

• Provide regular supervision and professional development for staff

• Identify training needs and support staff in delivering effective care and behaviour management

Resource Management

• Support the monitoring of budgets and service expenditure

• Ensure appropriate staffing levels and safe working practices

• Maintain effective use of resources and facilities within the home

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you should have:

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce (or equivalent)

Experience

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in children’s residential care

• At least 2 years’ experience in a management or senior role within a children’s home

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015, safeguarding legislation, and Ofsted frameworks

Skills

• Ability to lead, motivate, and support a staff team

• Strong communication, organisational, and leadership skills

• Ability to manage competing priorities and workloads effectively

• Calm and resilient approach when managing challenging situations

Professional Values

• Commitment to continuous professional development

• Strong focus on supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes and independence

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Senior Residential Worker or Deputy Manager looking to progress your leadership career in residential childcare, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Joneshouse Recruitment to take the next step in your career.

Joneshouse Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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