Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home Rugby
Brook Street Social Care NMR
Rugby, Warwickshire
Salary
£44,064 to £50,852
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
This job is for a Deputy Manager in a children's home in Rugby, helping the Registered Manager to lead the team and make sure the young people get great care. You'll be responsible for the day-to-day running of the home and making sure everything is safe and good quality. It's a full-time job that suits someone who is experienced in social care and wants to make a real difference in the lives of young people.
What you'll need
- You'll need experience as a Deputy Manager or Senior Care Worker in a children's home, with a good understanding of SEMH (Severe Emotional and Mental Health) needs.
- You'll be able to lead and motivate a team, and make sure everyone is working together to give the best care.
- You'll need to be able to keep records and do paperwork, including care plans and Ofsted reports.
- You'll be able to work with children and young people who have complex needs, and help them to stay safe and happy.
- You'll need to be able to work with the Registered Manager and other professionals to make sure the home is running well.
How to boost your chances
- If you're new to this kind of job, think about doing some volunteering or work experience in a children's home to get a feel for what it's like.
- Make sure you're familiar with Ofsted and what they expect from a children's home, so you can talk confidently about how you'd keep the home compliant.
- Think about getting a qualification in social work or a related field, like a diploma or degree, to help you get ahead in this kind of job.
- Practice your leadership skills by taking on a role in a volunteer group or community project, so you can show the employer you can lead a team.
- Check out the employer's website and social media to learn more about their values and what they're looking for in a candidate.
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Job description
Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home Rugby, Warwickshire £44,064 - £50,852 per annum Full-Time | Permanent We're looking for an experienced Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in leading a specialist Children's Residential Home for young people with SEMH needs. You'll lead and motivate the team, ensure high standards of care, safeguard children and young people, oversee care planning, maintain Ofsted compliance and help create a safe, therapeutic environment where young peo…
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Provenance
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Adzuna
First seen
12 August 2026
Last checked
25 August 2026
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