Deputy Manager Childrens Home

Company: HR CAREERS AND NATIONWIDE RECRUITMENT SERVICE (NRS) LIMITED
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Location: Peterborough
Job Description:

Deputy Registered Manager Children’s Residential Home

BENEFITS

  • Company car
  • Birthday treats
  • 31 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  • 24/7 access to an On‑Demand GP service

About the Role

Are you a childcare professional with a passion for leading high‑quality care in an OFSTED‑regulated setting? We are seeking a dedicated Registered Manager to lead our childrens residential home, ensuring a nurturing, safe, and empowering environment for young people.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has previously held roles such as OFSTED Children’s Residential Home Manager or Children & Young Persons Home Manager.

What You’ll Need

To be considered, candidates must have:

  • Level 3 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care Children & Young Peoples Services (or equivalent)
  • Proven experience managing a childrens residential care home
  • Strong understanding of OFSTED standards, safeguarding procedures, and regulatory frameworks

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure full compliance with OFSTED regulations and Quality Standards
  • Lead, mentor, and support your team with consistency and compassion
  • Build trusted relationships with families, local authorities, and external agencies
  • Champion best practices in safeguarding, care planning, and reporting
  • Drive continuous improvement and maintain a homely, child‑centred environment

Why Join?

A well‑established care provider with a deep commitment to excellence. You’ll be part of a passionate team that believes every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and inspired to thrive.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

  • Recent experience in residential childcare within the last 5 years
  • Experience supervising, managing, or mentoring staff
  • In‑depth knowledge of relevant legislation:
    • Children’s Homes (Quality Standards 2015)
    • Children’s Homes Amendment Regulations 2011
    • Care Standards Act 2000
    • OFSTED frameworks and policies
  • Easily commutable from Peterborough, Northampton, Nofolk or Suffolk

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and make a lasting impact on young lives, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today.

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Posted: July 14th, 2026