Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home (LD) £34,000 - £40,000 DOE 28 Days Annual Leave Benefits Training Pension Romford, East London Full-Time | Permanent Do you have experience supporting children with learning disabilities in a residential setting? Ready to take the lead and make a genuine difference in young lives? Want to join a supportive team where your development and leadership matter? Then this is for You! We're recruiting for a passionate and proactive Deputy Manager to join a well-established children's home in Romford, supporting young people with learning disabilities. You'll be joining a warm and consistent team, working alongside a dedicated Registered Manager to help shape care delivery, mentor staff, and ensure the highest quality of support. Whether you're already in a Deputy role or a confident Senior Support Worker ready to step up, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your leadership skills while making a lasting impact. The home operates with rotational weekends (Saturday or Sunday) and a varied shift pattern, with the latest finish being 8pm. What's in it for you? £34,000 - £40,000 per year 28 days annual leave bank holidays Company pension scheme (Nest) Fully funded training & development programme Staff discounts via "My Staff Shop" Employee wellbeing & assistance programme Refer-a-friend scheme Company events & supportive team culture Free on-site parking Casual dress code About the Organisation & Home Well-established provider with over a decade of children's care experience Tailored care model for children with emotional and behavioural needs Focused on safeguarding, personal development, and resilience Culture of compassion, inclusion, and child-centred practice Dedicated to reflective practice and professional development The Role: Support the Registered Manager in day-to-day operations and staff supervision Lead shifts, oversee care delivery, and mentor junior team members Step in as the safeguarding lead when required Ensure record-keeping, care plans, and regulatory standards are consistently met Support with audits, reviews, and maintaining compliance with Ofsted requirements Build positive relationships with young people, professionals, and families Help promote independence and quality of life for the children in your care Work a varied shift pattern including rotational weekends (either Saturday or Sunday) Typical shift times finish by 8pm - occasional flexibility required in emergencies Requirements: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) - essential Minimum of 2 years' experience in children's residential care Experience supporting children with learning disabilities Understanding of regulatory frameworks, safeguarding, and person-centred planning Confident team leader with strong communication and organisational skills Flexible to work shifts and rotational weekends Driving licence preferred but not essential Interested? Apply now or send your CV, referencing the job title and location, to: Premier Recruitment Solutions Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer, and all applications will be assessed solely on merit. INDHEAL