Children's Home Deputy Manager

  • Purosearch Ltd
  • Jul 07, 2026
Full time Education

Job Description

Deputy Children's Home Manager - Bradford

Salary: £36,000 - £39,000 per annum + £3,600 Sleep ins

Shift Pattern: 2 days on / 4 days off

We are proud to be working on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded children's residential care provider to recruit a Deputy Children's Home Manager for their home in Bradford.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced childcare professional to step into a leadership role, supporting the Registered Manager and helping shape the lives of children and young people in care.

What's on offer:
  • Salary of £36,000 - £39,000 per year (depending on experience).
  • Full-time permanent contract with a 2 on / 4 off shift pattern.
  • Ongoing training and support, including Level 5 qualification.
  • Career development opportunities within a supportive organisation.
The role:
  • Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home.
  • Lead, inspire and develop a team of dedicated residential childcare workers.
  • Ensure the home operates in line with Ofsted regulations and high standards of care.
  • Act as a positive role model, promoting therapeutic and nurturing care.
  • Contribute to care planning and safeguarding to ensure young people feel safe, valued, and supported.
About you:
  • Minimum of Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
  • Significant experience within a residential childcare setting.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Compassionate, resilient and child-focused.
  • Willingness to complete or already hold Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management.

If interested please call Tom at Purosearch on OR CLICK APPLY!