Deputy Manager - Children's Residential

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Up to £38,126 (including sleep-ins) + L5 Funded + Blue Light Card

Hinckley, Leicestershire

Permanent | Full-Time

Are you an experienced Senior or Deputy looking for a fresh opportunity where your ideas and leadership genuinely make an impact?

Do you thrive in a structured, therapeutic environment supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs?

Are you looking for a role where you can grow into future leadership with full Level 5 support?

Then this could be for you…

As Deputy Manager, you'll join a supportive leadership team within a region of 8 children's homes, backed by a growing national organisation committed to therapeutic, child-centred care.

You'll work in a welcoming residential home supporting young people aged 8-18, helping them stabilise, develop and thrive. You'll be trusted to bring your own ideas, lead by example, and take on senior responsibilities that prepare you for stepping into Registered Manager roles in future.

You'll also play an important role in embedding "language that cares," reducing restrictive practices, and championing a consistent, nurturing approach across the home.

If you want a role where you can grow, lead and make a real difference, this is the perfect next step.

What's in it for you?

Total earnings up to £38,126
Base Salary £31,626
Sleep-ins at £62.64 each - £3,000 - £6,500 a year!
Genuine career progression with funded pathways towards Registered Manager roles
Enhanced pay scales based on qualifications and experience
Fully funded qualifications, including Level 5 in Leadership & Management
Paid induction and sector-leading training to set you up for success
Supportive leadership with regular supervision, coaching and appraisals
Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
Employee wellbeing support via a 24/7 assistance programme
Team meetings & staff voice forums to influence home development
Blue Light Card & internal discount schemes for major retailers, days out & more
NEST pension scheme
Staff referral bonuses
Free enhanced DBS check
Real opportunities for progression within a growing, national organisation

About the Organisation & Home:

Part of a well-established national provider of children's homes
Home supports young people aged 8-18 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD)
Region of 8 homes with strong collaborative support
Organisation committed to:
Reducing restraint
Therapeutic care and consistency
"Language that cares" practice
Strong leadership presence, clear expectations and a nurturing culture
Encourages creativity, new ideas, and staff progression

About the Role:

Support the Home Manager with day-to-day leadership and operations
Lead, mentor and inspire your staff team
Ensure delivery of high-quality care aligned with Ofsted standards
Support young people to feel safe, valued and heard
Oversee rotas, staffing levels and contribute to budget management
Promote a therapeutic, structured and predictable home environment
Guide new team members, support development and embed best practice
Step up in the Manager's absence, taking full operational responsibility

Requirements:

2+ years' experience within a residential children's home (Senior or Deputy level)
NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Children & Young People (Residential Childcare)
Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations & safeguarding
Experience managing rotas and supporting basic budget processes
Resilient, motivated, child-centred and confident in leading others
Full UK Driving Licence
Flexible to work long day shifts and sleep-ins

Interested?

If you're ready to lead a service with autonomy, support, and meaningful progression, I'd love to hear from you.

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