A minimum Level 3 qualification in Children's residential and experience within a Children's home environment is essential, We are looking for a Deputy Manager in our home which offers therapeutic support to children and Young people. You will become part of an amazing team, supporting young people to reach their full potential and have positive outcomes, giving them hope for the future. This is an exciting new opportunity where you would be supporting young people who have emotional and behavioural difficulties. As Deputy Manager, you'll be at the heart of it all – leading by example, setting boundaries, mentoring your team and ensuring every child in our care gets the therapeutic support and structure they need to reach their full potential. Working alongside a Registered Manager, you will also have the additional support of Keys clinical team and ALFA, our innovative hybrid learning solution.
Are you already a qualified, experienced Deputy Children's Manager or Senior looking for a new challenge in 2026? Do you love working in a fast-paced environment where everyone works together as a TEAM?
Qualifications
- A minimum of 2 years' experience working within a Residential Children's home.
- Minimum NVQ Level 3 or above in Children and Young people.
- Related knowledge of Ofsted legislation and safeguarding procedures.
- Highly driven, proactive and enthusiastic.
- A strong people manager with a hands on approach.
- Experience of budgets and rotas.
- Full driving licence is essential.
- You need to be able to work flexibly in caring for the children. This will include working shifts and sleep-ins.
Why Join Keys Group?
- Career Progression: We invest in your growth with clear paths to advance, including opportunities to become a Registered Manager.
- Competitive Salary: We offer the Real Living Wage as a minimum.
- Enhanced Pay Scales: Recognise both qualifications and experience with higher pay rates.
- Family Support: Enhanced company maternity and paternity pay.
- Rewarding Job – Full of variety and enjoyment. No two days are ever the same.
- Supportive Management – regular supervisions and appraisals to ensure you are enjoying life at Keys Group.
- Regular Team Meetings – Include and contribute your ideas towards the progression of the service and have your voice heard.
- Funded Qualifications – We fully fund and support you to obtain a range of QCF's opening up further career opportunities and extra pay.
- Paid Training – Get paid to enrol in our sector leading training and level up your career.
- Full Induction Program: Comprehensive introductory training to set you up for success.
- Free Meals – Enjoy complimentary meals during your shift.
- Amazing Discount Schemes – Access amazing deals with the Hapi App & Blue Light Card.
- NEST Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our pension plan.
- Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance – Access advice and guidance through our Employee Assistance Programme.
- Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you.
- Annual Leave: 28 days of annual leave, including Bank Holidays entitlement.
Key Policies & Equal Opportunity
Free Enhanced DBS Check is part of our safeguarding commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and military families through our Armed Forces Covenant commitment. Keys Group proudly supports the Armed Forces Covenant, welcoming service personnel, veterans, and military families. We offer veteran-friendly policies, a peer support network, and military awareness training. Eligible current or former service personnel will receive a guaranteed interview – just ensure your military experience is detailed on your CV.
