Job Description
Children's Residential Deputy Manager
Location: Kings Kerswell, Devon
Pay: £16.00 per hour plus £30 sleep in rate
Extraordinary Days Every Day
At Cambian you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a Deputy Manager, based within Kings Kerswell, every moment you spend with our young people (ages 8–18) helps them feel safe, valued and supported.
A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters.
What You’ll Do
As a Deputy Manager you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.
Develop a management style that balances the need to exercise control and give direction with the need to offer staff the opportunity to take decisions.
Take responsibility for planning shifts and ensuring their smooth running when on duty.
Take a leading role to ensure that each member of staff is aware of each child’s placement plan and their responsibilities for its implementation.
Attend childcare reviews a...