Children's Residential Deputy Manager

Leader Education; Witney; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in children's residential care is seeking a passionate Children's Residential Deputy Manager in Witney. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on young people's lives while enjoying a generous salary and benefits package, including the opportunity for career progression and enhanced pay for sleep-in shifts. If you have a strong background in supportive roles and a minimum of 3 years in children's residential care, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Fully Funded Qualifications

Comprehensive Induction

Free Meals on Shift

Pension Scheme (NEST)

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay

Discounts & Perks via Blue Light Card

Wellbeing Support

Free Enhanced DBS Check

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in children's residential care.
• Excellent knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted standards.
• Confident managing rotas and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Registered Manager in daily operations.
• Leading, coaching, and developing a staff team.
• Driving a therapeutic, person-centred approach to care.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding

Coaching

Person-centred care

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 4 in Children and Young People

Job description

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Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Witney

£33,600 - £34,800 + £3,250 - £6,500 Sleep-In Payments (annually)

Full UK Driving Licence required

Make a Lasting Difference - Every Single Day

We're recruiting for a Deputy Manager to join a well-established children's residential home that provides outstanding support to young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about therapeutic care, staff development, and driving positive outcomes for children.

This Role Is Ideal For

Senior support workers ready for their next step

Current deputy managers looking for a supportive and progressive environment

Why Join?

• Career Progression: Clear pathways to Registered Manager and beyond
• Competitive Salary: Above Real Living Wage baseline
• Sleep-in Enhancements: Add £3,250 - £6,500 per year (paid separately)
• Fully Funded Qualifications: Including Level 5 Diploma
• Comprehensive Induction: Paid training and mentoring
• Free Meals on Shift
• 28 Days Holiday (incl. Bank Holidays)
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
• Pension Scheme (NEST)
• Discounts & Perks: Via Blue Light Card and HAPI App
• Wellbeing Support: Access to counselling and advice via EAP
• Free Enhanced DBS Check
  
  

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Supporting the Registered Manager in daily operations
• Leading, coaching, and developing a staff team
• Acting as a positive role model to children and colleagues
• Managing rotas, budgets, and quality compliance
• Driving a therapeutic, person-centred approach to care
• Ensuring high standards of safeguarding and wellbeing
  
  

About You

• Minimum 3 years' experience in children's residential care
• NVQ/QCF Level 4 in Children and Young People (or equivalent)
• Excellent knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted standards
• Confident managing rotas and budgets
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills
• Full UK driving licence essential
  
  

This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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