Deputy Care Manager

Position: Deputy Care Manager (Permanent)
Children with Learning Difficulties

We are excited to offer an opportunity for an experienced Senior or Deputy Manager to join a leading provider of care and education for children with learning difficulties. You’ll join a passionate, well-established team committed to creating inclusive environments where every child is supported to grow, thrive, and achieve their full potential.

Role Overview

As Deputy Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day leadership and development of the service. Working closely with the Manager, you’ll help shape strategy, ensure high-quality personalised support for each child, and lead a dedicated team to deliver outstanding care and educational outcomes.

What We Offer

* Clear career progression, including pathways to Registered Manager

* Fully funded qualifications (QCF pathways) with enhanced pay opportunities

* Paid training and a comprehensive induction programme

* Competitive salary aligned to the Real Living Wage (minimum benchmark)

* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, life assurance, and staff referral bonus

* Free meals on shift, free Enhanced DBS, 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), and access to wellbeing and discount schemes

Key Responsibilities

* Support the Manager in overseeing all aspects of service delivery and development

* Lead, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary team to maintain high standards

* Work in partnership with families, schools, and external professionals

* Monitor, review, and adapt interventions to ensure positive outcomes for children

* Maintain compliance with legislation, safeguarding, and regulatory requirements

* Contribute to budget management, resource planning, and continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

* Level 3 qualification in Children & Young People or Health & Social Care (or equivalent)

* Experience supporting children with learning difficulties

* Strong understanding of diverse learning needs and intervention approaches

* Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills

* Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and best practice

* Confidence working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

If you’re motivated by the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with learning difficulties and have the leadership skills to help shape an exceptional service, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and we’ll be in touch as soon as possible.

If you’re driven by the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of children with learning difficulties, and you bring the experience and leadership to help shape an exceptional service, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV, and we’ll be in touch as soon as possible