Job Title - Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home Location - Ely Salary - £33,600 - £34,800 per annum (£16.60 - £17.20/hour) £4,000 - £8,000/year sleep-in allowance Contract Type - Full-time, Permanent (39 hours/week) Job Overview Are you passionate about transforming young lives and advancing your career? We're recruiting a Deputy Manager on behalf of our client to join a thriving children's residential home in Ely. This is your opportunity to support children with complex needs, emotional, and behavioural difficulties in a caring, innovative environment. With a competitive salary, exceptional training, and real progression opportunities, this role is perfect for an experienced professional ready to step up or a current Deputy Manager seeking a rewarding challenge. Rewards and Benefits Attractive salary of £33,600 - £34,800 per annum, plus £4,000 - £8,000/year for sleep-ins. 28 days' annual leave, including bank holidays, to support your work-life balance. Fully funded qualifications (up to Level 5) to boost your career prospects. Enhanced pay scales that reward your experience and qualifications. Free meals provided during shifts-a tasty perk! Amazing discounts via an employee app and Blue Light Card (retail, holidays, and more). Company pension scheme to secure your future. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay for family support. Wellbeing resources through an Employee Assistance Program (online and phone support). Free enhanced DBS check-covered by our client. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with the Registered Manager to deliver outstanding care in a safe, loving home. Lead and inspire a team to provide therapeutic support tailored to each child's needs. Oversee daily operations, ensuring high standards and strategic development of the service. Act as a role model, fostering recovery, growth, and positive change for children and staff. Supervise and mentor team members, organising rotas and facilitating care-focused training. Manage budgets, resources, and compliance with Ofsted and safeguarding standards. Build trusting relationships with children, promoting their emotional and behavioural well-being. Coordinate with external professionals to enhance care provision. Work flexible shifts, including sleep-ins, to meet the home's 24/7 requirements. Candidate Requirements At least 3 years' experience in a residential children's home setting. Solid understanding of Ofsted legislation, safeguarding, and childcare best practices. Proven leadership skills with a proactive, hands-on approach to team management. Experience managing budgets and rotas effectively. Full UK driving licence (essential for this role). Flexibility to work shifts, including sleep-ins, to support round-the-clock care. Enthusiastic, driven, and committed to excellence, passion, integrity, and caring. Strong communication skills to engage with children, staff, and external stakeholders. About Our Client Our client is a top-tier provider of innovative care and education services, dedicated to making every day extraordinary for children with complex needs. With a focus on therapeutic support and personal growth, they create nurturing homes where young people can flourish. They're also proud supporters of the Armed Forces, offering veteran-friendly policies and a peer support network. INDHSMC Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.