Job Description

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Location:

Bedford

Salary:

34,000 - 37,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Employment Type:

Full-time | Permanent

Home Type:

2-bed EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties)

Help Build a Home That Makes a Difference

We are looking for a motivated and dedicated

Deputy Manager

to support the setup and ongoing development of a brand-new children's residential home in Bedford.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping a new service from the ground up. You'll work closely with an experienced Responsible Individual and senior leadership team to establish a warm, nurturing, and trauma-informed environment where children can thrive.

This role includes a

clear pathway to Registered Manager status

, with full training, mentoring, and professional development provided.

Key Responsibilities

Support the setup and registration of the new home with Ofsted. Assist in recruiting, training, and developing a skilled and supportive staff team. Help create a nurturing, trauma-informed environment where children feel safe and valued. Ensure compliance with the

Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015

and

Quality Standards

. Oversee daily operations, promoting high standards of care and support. Contribute to safeguarding, record-keeping, budgeting, and supervision processes. Work collaboratively with senior leaders to develop your management and leadership skills.
Requirements

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

(or equivalent). Working towards or willing to complete

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare

. Minimum

2 years' experience

working in a residential children's home. Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and EBD support. Excellent leadership, communication, and teamwork skills. Sound knowledge of

Ofsted regulations

and

safeguarding procedures

. Passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their potential.
What We Offer

Structured

development plan

to progress to Registered Manager. Ongoing

training, qualifications

, and professional development. Regular

mentoring and coaching

from experienced leaders. The chance to help

build and shape a new children's home

from day one. Supportive, inclusive team culture focused on outstanding care and positive outcomes.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 34,000.00-37,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension On-site parking
Experience:

Residential Childcare Leadership: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

NVQ 3 Residential Childcare (or equivalent) (required) Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person