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Deputy Manager - Children&;s Residential
Job in
Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-05
Listing for:
Vetro Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-05
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Child Development/Support -
Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Role:
Senior Children’s Residential Support Worker / Deputy Manager
Location:
Multiple Positions available across Leicestershire
Type:
Full-time, permanent
The Role:
We’re recruiting a dedicated and compassionate Senior Support Worker / Deputy Manager to join a children’s residential home in Leicester.
This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a real difference to young people with complex needs, combining hands-on care with day-to-day leadership in a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and support a small team of Residential Support Workers to deliver high-quality care
* Build positive, trusting relationships with young people to promote welfare and independence
* Oversee daily routines, activities, appointments and individual support plans
* Promote safeguarding, dignity and emotional wellbeing; manage challenging behaviour using therapeutic approaches
* Contribute to care planning, risk assessments and multi-agency meetings
* Maintain accurate records, reports and documentation to support compliance
What you’ll need:
* NVQ/QCF Level 3 or 4 in Residential Childcare (or working towards)
* At least 2 years’ experience within a children’s residential care setting
* Experience supporting young people with ASC, mental health, emotional or behavioural needs
* Strong safeguarding knowledge and understanding of childcare legislation
* Confident leadership/mentoring skills and excellent communication
* Full UK driving licence
* Enhanced DBS (or willingness to complete checks)
Benefits:
* Company pension scheme
* Paid face-to-face training + ongoing professional development
* Performance-based bonuses (annual appraisal/probation/Ofsted bonuses)
* Paid Christmas party + extra annual leave for your birthday
* Employee assistance scheme
Apply today to join a team helping young people build confidence, independence and skills for a brighter future.
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer; decisions are made on merit alone
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