Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Job Description:

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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