Deputy Manager

Job Title: Deputy Children’s Home Manager

Location: Whitechapel, London, East London (E1)

Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum + £3,600 bonuses (dependent on experience)

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Job Description

A leading residential childcare provider is recruiting a Deputy Children’s Home Manager to join a therapeutic children’s home in Whitechapel, London. This service supports young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), offering structured leadership, clear expectations, and a supportive working environment.

Key Responsibilities

As a Deputy Children’s Home Manager based in Whitechapel, your daily duties will include:

• Leading shift management and rota planning, with a balanced schedule of 2 office days and 3 on-shift days in Whitechapel, London
• Deputising for the Registered Manager, taking operational responsibility for the home and staff team when required
• Coaching and supporting residential support workers to deliver consistent, trauma-informed care across all shifts
• Participating in the management on-call rota (approximately once every 5–6 weeks)
• Supporting compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted Quality Standards
• Overseeing care planning, including individual care plans, positive behaviour support plans, and risk assessments
• Completing key operational administration (audits, occupancy/referrals, and service documentation)
• Championing safeguarding, ensuring immediate action and accurate reporting of any concerns
• Building strong relationships with local authorities, social workers, families, and education professionals

Requirements & Qualifications

To be successful as a Deputy Children’s Home Manager, you will need:

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

Benefits & Work Environment

• Competitive salary plus bonus scheme
• Structured leadership role with a clear split between office and shift-based work
• Supportive team culture focused on high-quality, therapeutic care
• Ongoing development towards Level 5 (where applicable)

If you are a qualified Deputy Children’s Home Manager looking for an exciting new role in Whitechapel, apply today!

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