Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home Up to £40,000 (including sleep-ins) L5 Funded Blue Light Card Witney, Oxfordshire Permanent | Full-Time Are you an experienced Senior or Deputy ready to step into a brand-new home and shape it from day one? Do you want to be part of a growing organisation with huge development opportunities, including full Level 5 support? Do you thrive in an EBD environment where structure, consistency and therapeutic practice are key? Then this could be for you… This is a rare opportunity to join a brand-new 4-bed EBD home, opening in Witney and currently undergoing full refurbishment. You'll be joining from the very start, helping to set the culture, shape the routines, and build a passionate staff team who share the same commitment to therapeutic, child-centred care. As Deputy Manager, you'll be a crucial part of a supportive regional network of 12 homes, backed by a large national organisation with clear pathways into Registered Manager roles and beyond. You'll be encouraged to bring your ideas, influence change, and make a genuine impact as the home grows. If you want a career-defining move where you can shape a home from the ground up, this is the perfect opportunity. What's in it for you? Total earnings up to £40,000 Base Salary £33,664 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 Home & Organisation: Brand-new 4-bed EBD home, fully refurbished and being built from the ground up Supports young people aged 8-18 with emotional & behavioural difficulties Part of a strong region of 12 children's homes Backed by a large, established national organisation Strong focus on: Therapeutic practice Reducing restraint "Language that cares" Consistency, structure and positive routines You'll help shape the home's foundations, culture, and long-term direction About the Role: Support the Registered Manager with daily operational leadership Help build and lead a brand-new staff team Provide guidance, structure and therapeutic support for young people Take a lead role in modelling excellent practice for the team Support with rotas, staffing, audits and compliance Embed a safe, nurturing, consistent home environment Take responsibility in the Manager's absence Mentor staff, lead shifts, and contribute to ongoing service development Ensure all care aligns with Ofsted and organisational standards Requirements: 2 years' experience in a residential children's home (Senior or Deputy level) NVQ Level 3 or above in Children & Young People (Residential Pathway) Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations & safeguarding Experience managing rotas, staffing, and basic budgeting Confident, proactive, resilient and child-focused Full UK Driving Licence Flexible to work long day shifts and sleep-ins as required Interested? If you're ready to lead a service with autonomy, support, and meaningful progression, I'd love to hear from you. 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