Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home
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Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Salary: £32,000 - £34,200 per annum + additional sleep-in payments
Contract: Full-Time, 40 hours per week (including weekends and sleep-ins)
Requirements: NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare & Full UK Driving Licence
About The Role
Leader Recruitment Group is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a respected children's care provider for a Deputy Manager role in Peterborough. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced residential childcare professional to step into a leadership role and help shape a nurturing, therapeutic environment for young people with emotional and behavioural needs.
Working alongside the Registered Manager, you will help lead a dedicated team in delivering high-quality, child-centred care that meets Ofsted standards and promotes positive outcomes for the young people in your care.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Registered Manager in day-to-day operations and ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations
* Lead, support, and develop a team of residential care workers
* Oversee rotas, staff supervision, training, and development
* Deliver high-quality, therapeutic care in line with the home's ethos and policies
* Build and maintain trusting relationships with children and staff
* Ensure safeguarding and wellbeing protocols are strictly followed
* Assist in managing budgets and resources effectively
* Take part in the on-call rota, shifts, weekends, and sleep-ins as required
What We're Looking For
* Minimum 2 years' experience working in a children's residential setting
* NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) - essential
* Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
* Strong understanding of safeguarding, children's home regulations, and Ofsted standards
* Confident team leader with a hands-on approach
* Ability to manage rotas, delegate effectively, and mentor staff
* Passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people
What's On Offer
* Salary: £32,000 - £34,200 per year
* Additional income from sleep-in duties (£3,000-£6,000 annually based on frequency)
* 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
* Free meals during shifts
* Comprehensive induction and onboarding
* Fully funded training, including support for Level 5 qualifications
* Pay progression based on qualifications and experience
* Pension scheme & life assurance
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
* Free enhanced DBS check
* Access to employee discount schemes and wellbeing support
* Opportunities for internal progression and career development
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