Deputy Manager - Children's Home

Children’s Residential Deputy Manager (Dual Management)
Location: Sileby, Leicestershire
Salary: £30,000 per year £73.89 per sleep-in
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday–Sunday with optional overtime
We are seeking a compassionate, motivated and resilient Children’s Residential Deputy Manager to support the leadership of a nurturing, child-centred residential service in Sileby. This is a rewarding role where you will play a key part in transforming the lives of children and young people aged 5–18, including those with EBD and LD needs.
As Deputy Manager, you will help lead a dedicated team of Support Workers, safeguard young people, and ensure high standards of care, structure and consistency.
About the Role As Children’s Residential Deputy Manager, you will:

• Lead, support and supervise a team of Support Workers
• Safeguard young people and promote their welfare at all times
• Support with developing Care Plans, Behaviour Support Plans and Risk Assessments
• Help run the home in the absence of the Registered Manager
• Participate in recreational and community activities
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people
• Maintain high-quality record keeping and ensure regulatory compliance
• Contribute to a supportive, developmental team culture

Requirements

• QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare / CYP (or equivalent) – essential
• Willingness to complete Level 5 Leadership & Management in Residential Childcare
• At least 2 years’ experience in a residential childcare environment
• Minimum 1 year in a supervisory/senior role
• Strong understanding of Children’s Home Regulations and Ofsted requirements
• Excellent communication (written and verbal)
• Resilient, compassionate and committed to achieving positive outcomes
• Computer literate with strong attention to detail
• Driving licence – preferred

Benefits

• Annual leave (pro rata)
• Sleep-in payments
• Full training and ongoing professional development
• Opportunities to specialise in complex care
• Care Certificate
• Regular team meetings & supportive management
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Company pension
• Staff referral scheme
• Career progression within an expanding organisation

Additional Information

• Enhanced DBS required
• Applicants must be able to reliably commute to Sileby or plan to relocate
• Some roles may require specific gender staffing under Schedule 9 exemptions (Equality Act 2010)

If you are passionate about supporting children and young people, committed to high-quality care, and ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.

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