Deputy Manager

As Deputy Manager at Compass Children’s Homes, this role isn’t just about helping run a home. It’s about creating stability and making sure young people feel safe, supported and understood every single day. 

At Compass, we’re on a mission to make a lasting and lifelong difference to children’s lives. We aim to provide a positive childhood for every young person in our care. Each of our Compass services work with fairness, openness, integrity, and accountability, and we expect that from other professionals that we work with too. 

What’s in it for you

• Salary £32,500–£36,000
• Ofsted bonuses for Good and Outstanding outcomes
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 3.5 additional wellbeing days including birthday leave
• Service awards up to £600
• MediCash healthcare cashback scheme and life assurance

Your responsibilities as Deputy Manager at Compass

• Lead shifts and provide day-to-day guidance to the care team
• Support the Registered Manager with rotas and staff coordination
• Ensure care and education plans are consistently followed
• Maintain safeguarding standards and accurate risk assessments
• Help create a structured, safe and supportive home environment
• Contribute to the overall stability and performance of the service

What we’re looking for in a Deputy Manager

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
• Previous experience within a residential childcare setting
• Full UK manual driving licence
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and care planning
• Ability to support and guide a team within a residential setting

If you’re ready to step into a Deputy Manager role where your impact is seen every day, apply now to take the next step in your career.