Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Deputy Manager – Children's Residential Services

£37,000 – £39,000 per annum (DOE)

360 Children's Residential Services delivers trauma-informed care for children and young people and is proud to be recognised as a Sunday Times Best Small Company to Work For 2026.

We're excited to be opening Willowhaven, our brand-new children's home in Middleton St George, a peaceful village location close to Darlington. Willowhaven will provide a safe, nurturing environment for up to two young people aged 4–17, enabling highly personalised care and support tailored to each child's individual needs. In this small, family-style home, young people will have the opportunity to build confidence, develop independence, and create positive futures.

Be part of something new from the very beginning, giving you the opportunity to help shape the culture, team, and future success of Willowhaven.

What You'll Do

* Support the day-to-day management of the home

* Work in partnership with the Registered Manager to lead and develop the service

* Lead and develop the staff team

* Promote outstanding safeguarding and child-centred practice

* Support care planning, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance

* Help create a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive

What We're Looking For:

* Level 3 Residential Childcare Diploma (or equivalent)

* Minimum 3 years' residential childcare experience

* Experience in a senior or leadership role

* Full UK Driving Licence

* Strong leadership and communication skills

* Commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people

What We Offer:

* Combination of 9am–5pm working pattern with shift work.

* Blue Light Card

* Wellness Allowance

* Employee Assistance Programme

* Birthday off every year

* Referral bonus scheme

* Additional annual leave with service

* Ongoing training and career progression opportunities

Safeguarding:

Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. All roles are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, full employment history and references.

In our safe havens, young people embrace their tomorrow with confidence
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed