Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home
Up to £40,000 (including sleep-ins) + L5 Funded + Blue Light Card
Buntingford, Hertfordshire
Permanent | Full-Time
Are you a Senior or Deputy Manager looking for your next step into a role where your ideas genuinely shape the culture of a home?
Do you want to join a supportive region of 7 children's homes with strong development pathways, including full Level 5 support?
Are you passionate about therapeutic, child-centred care and ready to influence positive change?
Then this could be for you…
This Deputy Manager opportunity gives you the chance to step into a warm, supportive and established home, backed by a national organisation known for progression and development.
You'll join a leadership team committed to language that cares, reducing restraint, and delivering a therapeutic model of care developed in-house.
You'll be encouraged to bring your own ideas, creativity and leadership style, helping shape the home, inspire the staff team, and drive consistent, child-focused care.
If you're searching for a role where your influence truly matters and your development is prioritised, this is the perfect next step.
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:
Part of a region of 7 children's homes, fully supported by a national care organisation
Strong therapeutic foundation: trauma-informed practice, relationship building, and consistent routines
Organisation committed to:
Child-centred care
Reducing restraint
Positive behaviour support
Investing in staff and leadership development
A close-knit, stable leadership team where your voice will be valued
About the Role:
Support the Home Manager with daily operational leadership
Lead and mentor the staff team, modelling best practice
Support young people aged 8-18 to feel safe, valued and understood
Help create and maintain a therapeutic, structured environment
Support with rotas, staffing, recording and Ofsted compliance
Take responsibility during the Manager's absence
Encourage staff development and positive team culture
Contribute to continuous improvement and service development
Requirements:
2 years' experience in a residential children's home (Senior or Deputy)
Level 3 or 4 Children & Young People qualification
Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding
Experience with staffing, rotas and basic budgeting
Motivated, proactive and confident in leading a team
Full UK Driving Licence
Flexible to work long day shifts and sleep-ins
Interested?
If you're ready to lead a service with autonomy, support, and meaningful progression, I'd love to hear from you.
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