ASSISTANT MANAGER – CHILDREN’S RESIDENTIAL CARE

Location: Bradford
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum (plus £50 per sleep-in)

LEAD WITH CARE. GROW WITH PURPOSE.

We’re looking for a committed and compassionate Assistant Manager to help lead our children’s residential home, supporting young people aged 8–18 with complex emotional and behavioural needs.
This is a role where you’ll combine hands-on care with operational leadership, ensuring the home runs smoothly, the team feels supported, and the children receive the highest standard of care. You’ll work closely with the Registered Manager, stepping up in their absence, and playing a key role in shaping a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home.
• Lead shifts, manage rotas, and ensure consistent staffing levels.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop the staff team.
• Oversee care plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding records.
• Promote a trauma-informed, child-centred culture.
• Maintain compliance with Ofsted regulations and inspection readiness.
• Build strong relationships with external professionals, families, and the local community.
• Provide direct care when needed, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.