Deputy Manager in Coalville

Are you a compassionate, committed childcare professional ready to take the next step in your career? Do you believe in empowering young people, nurturing their potential, and helping them achieve brighter futures? We are seeking an experienced, dedicated Deputy Manager to join our team within a residential children’s home. Our philosophy is rooted in genuine care, empathy, and a holistic approach that places the individual needs of our young people at the centre of everything we do.

Our approach is based on a commitment to working in the best interests of the young people we support. We listen to their views, wishes, and feelings and work collaboratively with families, partner agencies, and professionals to promote health, safety, emotional wellbeing, education, and social development. We develop professional, respectful relationships with children and seek to nurture positivity and build resilience. Our practitioners are sensitive to both the historical and current needs of young people and are passionate about supporting them to reach their fullest potential. We operate within the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and strive to exceed the Nine Quality Standards, ensuring consistently high-quality care.

As Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Manager in the day‑to‑day running of the home, ensuring high standards of care, strong safeguarding practice, and a supportive culture for staff and young people alike. You will play a key role in shaping positive outcomes, developing the team, and ensuring compliance, accountability, and a child‑centred practice approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the operational leadership and management of the home.
• Promote, safeguard, and protect the welfare of each young person in accordance with Working Together to Safeguard Children (2018).
• Oversee care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour management strategies.
• Establish and maintain positive, professional relationships with young people.
• Manage challenging behaviour through positive and responsive methods.
• Participate in the development and review of personalised care packages.
• Support young people in reviews, meetings, and appointments.
• Promote healthy lifestyles, independence, and social development.
• Ensure the home provides a warm, homely environment and support activities and routines.
• Maintain accurate, compliant record-keeping.
• Support staff supervision, mentoring, development, and rota planning.
• Promote children’s rights, dignity, diversity, and inclusion.

What We’re Looking For

• At least one year’s experience working with vulnerable children in a residential or childcare setting.
• At least one year’s experience in a senior or leadership role within residential childcare.
• Flexibility to work within a 24/7/365 service, including weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-in duties.
• Ability to work independently with accuracy and maintain clear, organised records.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a positive team approach.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer competence (e.g., Word).
• A caring, empathetic nature and genuine passion for supporting young people.
• Ability to mentor, motivate, and role-model appropriate behaviour.
• Willingness to undertake a full training programme.
• Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check and employment reference checks.
• Applicants must be 21 or older in line with legislative requirements (Employment Equality Act 2010 & Age Regulations Act 2006).

Benefits

• £250 bonus for introducing new staff
• Nest pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Free meals while on shift
• Fully funded qualifications, including Level 4 & Level 5 diplomas
• Flexible working roster
• Genuine progression opportunities, including up to Registered Manager level

If you are passionate about empowering young people, committed to providing high‑quality care, and ready to take your leadership skills to the next level, we would love to hear from you.