Deputy Manager - Children\'s Homes in Newcastle upon Tyne

Location: Newcastle

Hours: 40 hours per week

Work Type: In-person

Salary: Competitive

Make a Lasting Difference

At Nutrix, our Children’s Home in Newcastle is more than just a workplace – it’s a place where every smile, conversation and shared moment can help shape a young person’s future. Are you ready to step into a role where you can genuinely change lives while leading and inspiring a dedicated team? At Nutrix, we are committed to providing children and young people with complex needs the care, support and stability they deserve.

We are currently seeking a passionate, hands‑on Deputy Manager who is motivated to help both staff and young people thrive. We are currently preparing to open a new 3‑bed Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) home in Newcastle and are seeking an ambitious and committed Deputy Manager to play a key role from the very beginning. This is a unique opportunity to be involved in the full start‑up journey, working alongside the Registered Manager to shape the culture, establish high standards of care, support with recruitment, and build a strong, values‑led team. You will contribute to developing systems, embedding therapeutic practice, and creating a safe, structured and nurturing environment where children can thrive from day one.

Our Ethos and Values

• Individuality – Every child is unique and deserves to be respected, heard and understood.
• Empowerment – Children are experts in their own lives and should be involved in decisions that affect them.
• Growth Through Guidance – We recognise that mistakes are part of learning and we promote therapeutic approaches that support rather than punish.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in ensuring the efficient operation of the service in line with relevant legislation, policies, procedures and the Home’s Statement of Purpose.
• Plan and lead shifts, ensuring children’s needs, wishes and feelings are central to all decisions.
• Lead, motivate and inspire a dedicated care team.
• Contribute to care planning, audits and quality assurance processes to maintain high Ofsted standards.
• Participate in the on‑call manager rota and respond to out‑of‑hours calls as required.
• Create and maintain a safe, structured and nurturing home environment where young people can grow and succeed.
• Deputise for the Registered Manager in their absence.

About You

• NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Children & Young People (or equivalent).
• Level 5 Diploma in Children, Young People & Families (or willingness to work towards).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in residential childcare.
• At least 1 year’s leadership or supervisory experience within a similar setting.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and confident leadership skills.
• Sound understanding of children’s emotional, social and educational needs.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures relevant to running a residential children’s home.
• Confidence in supervising and leading a team.
• Resilience, empathy and a genuine passion for empowering young people.

What We Offer

• A values‑led, trauma‑informed working culture.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training.
• Clear career progression pathways, including opportunities to move into senior or management roles.
• A supportive and empathic team environment.
• Company pension scheme.
• On‑call allowance.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact in the lives of children and young people.

Experience & Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 2 years’ experience in residential childcare (required).
• Licence/Certification: Full UK driving licence (required).
• Level 3/4 qualification in Children’s Residential (required).