Deputy Manager, Children’s Home – Lead Care & Growth

Community Care Live; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity for children and young people seeks a Deputy Manager for their Children’s home in Croydon. The position involves leading a professional team to create positive outcomes for young lives, overseeing staff management and care quality. You must have a relevant degree, a willingness to pursue further qualifications, and at least 2 years' experience in residential care. This full-time role offers a salary up to £50,000 depending on experience, along with multiple benefits including career development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Industry leading training programme

Contributory pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in residential children’s homes.
• At least 1 year’s experience of staff supervision and management responsibility.
• Understanding of the regulatory framework for residential services.

Responsibilities

• Assist the manager in safeguarding high-quality care for every child.
• Manage the home including staff, budget, and resources.
• Lead a team committed to transforming young lives.

Skills

Ability to develop one-to-one relationships with young people

Numeracy skills to manage budgets

Understanding of trauma-informed practice

Mentoring skills

Education

Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or relevant discipline

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (willingness to undertake)

Job description

A leading charity for children and young people seeks a Deputy Manager for their Children’s home in Croydon. The position involves leading a professional team to create positive outcomes for young lives, overseeing staff management and care quality. You must have a relevant degree, a willingness to pursue further qualifications, and at least 2 years' experience in residential care. This full-time role offers a salary up to £50,000 depending on experience, along with multiple benefits including career development opportunities and a supportive work environment.