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Deputy Manager - Children's Home

Job Posted: 5 hours ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Up to £40,000 (including sleep-ins) + L5 Funded + Blue Light Card

Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire

Permanent | Full-Time

Are you a Senior or Deputy Manager who's ready to step into a bigger leadership role?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, therapeutic EBD environment where no two days are the same?

Want to join a stable, supportive team that invests heavily in your growth and progression?

Then this could be for you.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, child-centred provider and play a key role in shaping the lives of young people aged 11-17. You'll be stepping into a GOOD-rated home that values stability, strong routines, understanding trauma, and building trusting relationships.

As Deputy Manager, you'll be the driving force supporting the Registered Manager, leading shifts, guiding the staff team, and creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where young people can thrive.

You'll have clear progression routes, access to fully funded qualifications, and genuine opportunities to step up into Registered Manager roles in the future.

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 Organisation

This provider offers high-quality care for children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs (EBD). Their approach is rooted in trauma-informed practice, consistent boundaries, and relational care.

They prioritise:

Staff wellbeing
Clinical support
Real career pathways into management
High standards of care and compliance
A values-driven culture with strong regional support 

About the Home

Supporting up to five young people aged 11-17
Ofsted Rated GOOD
EBD-focused, helping young people who have experienced trauma, instability, or disrupted relationships
Stable staffing team with strong leadership support
A nurturing environment built around consistency, communication, routines, and emotional safety 

About the Role

Lead staff through daily routines, ensuring best practice across care delivery
Support the Registered Manager with audits, compliance and Ofsted preparation
Act as a strong role model for trauma-informed and relational care
Build meaningful, secure relationships with young people
Lead and mentor the team, including supervisions and shift leadership
Support with rotas, budgeting and administrative tasks
Ensure safeguarding is embedded across all areas of the home
Step up in the Manager's absence and take ownership of decision-making 

Requirements:

Minimum 2+ years' experience in a children's residential home (Senior or Deputy level)
Level 3 in Children & Young People (minimum)
Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding
Experience supporting EBD or trauma-impacted young people
Confidence leading shifts and supervising staff
Experience with rotas, record keeping, and service standards
Full UK driving licence 

Interested?

If you're ready to lead a 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:

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