Deputy Manager - Children's Home

Are you an experienced Children's Home Manager looking to move into a quality and compliance-focused leadership role? Or maybe you're an experienced Deputy Manager ready to take the next step in your career.

Please note: Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

The Opportunity:

I am recruiting on behalf of a client of mine that is a therapeutic children's residential provider looking for an Interim Quality & Compliance Lead to cover maternity leave on a 9-month fixed-term contract based in Norfolk.

This is a senior leadership position where you'll drive quality assurance, statutory compliance, safeguarding, and Ofsted readiness across the home. It's an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys improving standards and supporting excellent care, without the responsibility of being the Registered Person.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on statutory compliance, safeguarding, and quality assurance across the service.
• Ensure records, documentation, audits, and KPIs are maintained to a high standard and are inspection-ready.
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain Ofsted readiness at all times.
• Line manage and support the Compliance Administrator.
• Work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team to promote best practice and high-quality therapeutic care.
• Ensure the service remains fully compliant with relevant legislation, regulations, and national standards.

About You

To be successful, you will have:

• Experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within an Ofsted-regulated children's residential home.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, compliance, and quality assurance.
• A thorough understanding of Ofsted inspection frameworks and children's residential regulations.
• A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), or a willingness to complete the qualification.
• Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills, with a proactive approach to driving quality.

What's on Offer

• Salary of £50,767.50 per annum (pro rata for the 9-month contract)
• Monday to Friday working pattern, with only occasional weekend or on-call responsibilities
• 40 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Healthcare benefits, life assurance, and a pension with up to 6% employer contribution
• Relocation assistance available
• Ongoing training, clinical supervision, and dedicated staff wellbeing support

If you're looking for an opportunity to influence quality, improve outcomes, and play a key role within a supportive therapeutic organisation, I'd love to hear from you.

If this sounds like it could be your next step let's have a chat!

Summer
07436 412 945

ssmith@charecruitment.com