Job Description:

Destini Childcare Residential Homes is seeking an experienced and passionate Deputy Manager to join our growing children's residential service in Tamworth.

Working alongside the Registered Manager, you will help lead the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring children and young people receive high-quality care in a safe, nurturing, and child-centred environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with the operational management of the home.
• Lead shifts, supervise staff, and promote excellent care practices.
• Safeguard and advocate for children and young people.
• Support compliance with Ofsted regulations and Quality Standards.
• Oversee care planning, risk assessments, and positive outcomes for young people.
• Build effective relationships with social workers, families, schools, and other professionals.
• Participate in the on-call rota and support staffing arrangements.

About You

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Experience working within a children's residential setting.
• Previous experience supervising or leading staff.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and children's home regulations.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Desirable

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards).
• Health & Social Care Degree (Childhood studies, Children, Young People and Families etc)
• Experience supporting Ofsted inspections and quality assurance processes.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Company pension.
• Free parking.
• Casual dress.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Safeguarding Commitment:
Destiniti Childcare Residential Homes is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and safer recruitment checks.