Job Description

Job Title:

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home (EBD)

Location:

Wombourne (WV5)

Salary:

33,000 - 39,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Job Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Make a Difference Every Day - Join Our Dedicated Team in Wolverhampton

We are seeking a committed and experienced

Deputy Manager

to support the smooth running of our 3-bedded

EBD children's residential home

in

Wombourne

. This is a meaningful opportunity for someone passionate about improving the lives of young people with

emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD)

.

About the Role

As

Deputy Manager

, you will work alongside the

Registered Manager

to ensure the home operates to the highest standards. You'll help create a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment where children can grow and thrive. This is a key leadership role with direct responsibility for mentoring and guiding staff, maintaining compliance, and promoting positive outcomes for children.

Key Responsibilities

Support the daily running of a 3-bedded EBD residential home Lead, supervise, and develop a team of Residential Support Workers Ensure full compliance with

Ofsted standards

and

safeguarding regulations

Create and manage

individual care plans

tailored to each child's needs Foster a therapeutic and nurturing home environment Participate in the

on-call rota

and act as Manager in their absence
What We're Looking For

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

(or equivalent) -

Essential

Minimum

2 years' experience

in a children's EBD residential setting Proven experience in a

senior or supervisory

role Strong knowledge of

trauma-informed care

, safeguarding, and behaviour management Natural leader - confident, resilient, and empathetic Commitment to supporting vulnerable children and helping them reach their potential
What We Offer

Competitive salary:

33,000 - 39,000 per annum

Supportive leadership and clear career progression Ongoing

training and professional development

Generous

annual leave

and

pension

scheme A nurturing and team-focused working environment

Be part of something bigger - make a difference in Wombourne.

Apply now and help transform the lives of young people in care.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 33,000.00-39,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Loyalty bonus Performance bonus
Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Experience:

Residential Childcare: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required) Level 3 NVQ in Residential Childcare (required) DBS on the registered update service (required)
Work Location: In person