At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead shifts, support young people, and promote emotional safety in a nurturing environment.
- Company: 360 CRS, a forward-thinking children's residential care organisation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, birthday off, wellness allowance, and fully funded qualifications.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives and help them reach their potential.
- Qualifications: Experience in residential childcare and a Level 3 qualification required.
Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home
Working hours are variable, averaging 37 hours per week (160 per month), scheduled Monday to Sunday with advance notice, including a 45-minute unpaid daily break; the role includes one weekly sleep-in shift and may require additional hours, including public holidays and covering staff absence.
£37000 - £39000 per annum dependent on experience.
About Us
We are a growing, forward-thinking children's residential care organisation with homes across the Southwest, London, and a brand-new multi-home provision in Durham. Our mission is powerful and clear: to help children aged 7–17 rebuild trust, confidence, and hope.
We work with young people who have experienced loss, instability, or trauma. We don't define them by their past — we support them to step into their potential. Using trauma-informed, PACE-based practice, we create warm, stable homes where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to grow. This is meaningful work. This is change you can see happen.
Why work for us
- Frontline leadership support— you'll never be left alone to figure it out
- Employee Assistance Programme for emotional & wellbeing support
- Your Birthday Off— every year, no questions asked
- Generous Referral Bonus when you help brilliant people join the team
- Wellness Allowance to support your physical & mental health
- Extra Annual Leave increasing with service
- Donation Match Scheme to back causes you care about
- Fully Funded Qualifications (Level 4/5 Leadership pathways encouraged!)
- Blue Light Card Access for discounts & perks
- Access to a Company Vehicle when needed for work
What You'll Do
- Lead shifts and deputise for the Registered Manager
- Support, guide, and develop the team through coaching, feedback & supervision
- Promote safeguarding and emotional safety every moment of every day
- Build trusted relationships with young people and help them grow in confidence and independence
- Oversee care plans, daily records, audits, and compliance
- Champion education, wellbeing, community engagement, and identity
- Help young people prepare for adulthood with practical life skills
- Represent the home in multi-agency meetings and reviews
- Model, encourage, and protect a culture of reflection, respect, and growth
- Be a leader with heart and direction — not just manage paperwork.
Who You Are
You are someone who leads with consistency, compassion, and clarity. You can stay steady in the challenge and inspire others to do the same.
Essential skills
- Experience in a residential childcare setting, at a leadership level
- Full UK driving licence
- Level 3 Children's Residential Qualified (or equivalent)
Desirable skills (we can support you to achieve these)
- Level 4/5 Leadership & Management qualification.
- Understanding of trauma-informed practice and PACE
Safeguarding Commitment
Safety is at the heart of everything we do. All roles require safer recruitment checks, enhanced DBS clearance, and ongoing safeguarding training
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Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home in Lanchester employer: 360 CRS
At 360 CRS, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to the well-being and professional growth of our staff. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and encourages personal development, ensuring that you feel valued while making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people. Located in a vibrant community, we offer competitive salaries, generous bonuses for sleep-ins, and a commitment to providing trauma-informed care, making this an ideal place for those seeking a rewarding career in residential support.
