Deputy Manager

Job Title: Deputy Children’s Home Manager – Specialist EBD Service
Location: Ilford, Greater London / Essex, United Kingdom
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience) + £3.6k in bonuses

Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Deputy Children’s Home Manager to join the leadership team at our residential service in Ilford. This home provides high-quality, therapeutic care for young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). If you’re an established Deputy Children’s Home Manager looking for a structured environment—or a Senior ready to step up—this Deputy Children’s Home Manager role in Ilford offers a supportive hybrid schedule and clear leadership expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deputy Children’s Home Manager leadership and shift management, including a balanced rota of 2 office days and 3 on-shift days
• Deputise for the Registered Manager in their absence, taking operational responsibility for the home and staff team
• Lead, coach and support residential support workers to deliver consistent, trauma-informed care across all shifts
• Participate in the management on-call rota (approximately once every 5 to 6 weeks)
• Support compliance with the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted Quality Standards
• Oversee care planning, including individualized care plans, positive behaviour support plans, and risk assessments
• Assist with essential operational administration (rota planning, occupancy/referrals, and service audits)
• Champion safeguarding within the home, ensuring immediate action and thorough reporting of any notes of concern
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with local authorities, social workers, families, and educational professionals

Requirements:

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Commitment to working towards a Level 5 Diploma if not already held
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a children’s residential setting, including at least 1 year in a senior or supervisory capacity
• Proven experience supporting young people with EBD and challenging behaviour
• Solid understanding of Ofsted inspection frameworks and safeguarding procedures
• Full UK driving licence highly preferred
• Strong communication skills for multi-agency meetings and regulatory reporting
• Emotional resilience, patience, and a child-centred approach

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