Deputy Manager - Children's Home - LD & Physical Disabilities £36,600 - £39,600 (including sleep-ins) L5 Funded Blue Light Card Woolston, Southampton Area Permanent | Full-Time Are you an experienced senior or existing Deputy looking to step up in a supportive, values-driven environment? Do you want to work in a home that champions inclusion, communication, and child-centred practice? Ready to build your leadership career in a home where creativity, development and positive behaviour support truly matter? Then this could be for you. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming, knowledgeable leadership team within a well-established children's home supporting young people aged 8-18 with learning and physical disabilities. You'll help shape a culture built on dignity, independence, communication, and consistency, while also being supported to grow into future management roles with access to Level 5 training and leadership development. As Deputy Manager, you'll be central to the home: guiding staff, promoting therapeutic and positive behavioural approaches, and ensuring every young person feels safe, understood and valued, no matter how they communicate. You'll also gain the confidence to step up and manage the home when required, working alongside a strong regional support network. What's in it for you? Total earnings up to £39,600 Base Salary £33,664 Sleep-ins at £62.64 each - £3,000 - £6,000 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 Supports boys and girls aged 8-18 with learning and physical disabilities Promotes independence, dignity and communication, with every voice respected Encourages a creative, inclusive and child-centred culture where staff can bring ideas and shape positive change Part of a wider local network of children's homes with strong regional support Committed to positive behaviour support and reducing restrictive practices Warm, stable and collaborative team environment with a clear developmental focus About the Role Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home Lead and mentor staff, promoting best practice and child-centred care Build an environment where young people feel safe, understood and empowered Model positive behaviour support and communication strategies Assist with rotas, staffing, audits, reporting and operational oversight Drive a nurturing, structured and independence-focused culture Ensure all care meets regulatory expectations and safeguarding procedures Support the home in promoting choice, independence and personalised routines Take responsibility for shift leadership and step up for the Manager when required Requirements: Minimum 2 years' experience in a children's residential setting (Senior or Deputy level) Level 3 or 4 qualification in Children & Young People / Residential Childcare Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding and compliance Experience supporting young people with learning or physical disabilities Confident with rotas, shift oversight and basic budgeting Resilient, child-focused and able to lead by example Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Interested? If you're ready to lead a new 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