Deputy Manager

We currently have vacancies in

• Gloucester


• Leicester

We are recruiting an experienced Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager within our Good and Outstanding Ofsted\-rated children’s homes. You will play a key leadership role in the daily management of the home, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance, while supporting and developing the staff team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident senior practitioner ready to take the next step into management within a supportive and well\-led organisation.

Key Responsibilities

· Support the Registered Manager in the day\-to\-day running of the children’s home

· Lead shifts and provide effective supervision and guidance to staff

· Ensure high\-quality, child\-centred care in line with company policies and Ofsted regulations

· Oversee the implementation and review of care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies

· Support staff development, training, induction, and mentoring

· Ensure accurate record keeping, reporting, and regulatory compliance

· Manage safeguarding concerns in line with legislation and local procedures

· Work closely with external professionals including social workers, education, and health services

· Act as Designated Manager in the Manager’s absence

About You

· Passionate about achieving positive outcomes for children and young people

· Confident, resilient, and emotionally intelligent leader

· Strong organisational, leadership, and decision\-making skills

· Able to remain calm and professional under pressure

· Committed to safeguarding, quality care, and continuous improvement

· Flexible to work shifts, including sleep\-ins, weekends, and bank holidays

Requirements

✅ Full UK driving licence (essential)✅ Right to work in the UK✅ Enhanced DBS✅ Flexibility to work shifts, including sleep\-ins✅ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (essential)✅ Significant experience working in a children’s residential setting✅ Experience leading shifts and supporting staff practice

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership \& Management (or willingness to work towards) is desirable.

What We Offer

· Competitive salary with £105 per sleep\-in

· Fully paid induction, ongoing management training, and funded qualifications

· Support with progression to Registered Manager

· Supportive senior leadership and stable staff teams

· Employee pension

· Eligibility for a Blue Light Card (retail, supermarket, travel, leisure, and holiday discounts)

· Opportunity to work in Good and Outstanding Ofsted\-rated homes

Employee Wellbeing

All employees have access to a comprehensive wellbeing package, including:

· 24/7 confidential counselling

· Mental health and wellbeing support

· Cashback on medical, dental, and optician appointments

· Legal and financial advice

· Family and lifestyle support

· Online wellbeing tools

· Discounted gym memberships

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS and satisfactory references.

Apply now to step into a leadership role where you can genuinely make a difference.

Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

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