Deputy Home Manager

Cambian Group Plc; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Induction training

Career progression

Leadership development

Employee wellbeing

Job summary

Cambian Group Plc is seeking a Deputy Manager for a Children’s Residential home in Wisbech. You will work with the Registered Manager to lead staff, ensure a safe and nurturing environment, and maintain high standards of care records and safeguarding.

The role combines hands-on care with leadership responsibilities, requiring NVQ Level 3 and senior experience in a children’s setting. The position offers a competitive salary, induction, ongoing training, and career progression within a large

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People is essential.
• NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management is desirable or in progress.
• Experience in a senior role within a children's residential setting and knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in leading, motivating, and developing staff.
• Promote a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for children and young people.
• Ensure care plans, risk assessments, and records are maintained to a high standard.
• Take responsibility for the home in the Manager’s absence.
• Support safeguarding practices and ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations.
• Assist with staff supervision, training, and performance management.
• Contribute to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people with complex needs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Staff motivation

Safeguarding

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People

NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management

Job description

Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential

About Us

The Cambian Group is one of the UK’s largest providers of specialist services for children and young people. We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care that enables young people to achieve positive outcomes and build brighter futures.

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of our Children’s Residential Home. This is a key leadership role, combining hands-on care with management responsibilities to ensure the home operates safely, compliantly, and to the highest possible standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in leading, motivating, and developing the staff team
• Promote a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for children and young people
• Ensure care plans, risk assessments, and records are maintained to a high standard
• Take responsibility for the home in the Manager’s absence
• Support safeguarding practices and ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations
• Assist with staff supervision, training, and performance management
• Contribute to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people with complex needs

About You

• NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People (or equivalent) – essential
• NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management (or working towards) – desirable
• Previous experience in a senior role within a children’s residential setting
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, legislation, and Ofsted requirements
• Confident leader with excellent communication and organisational skills
• Passionate about improving the lives of children and young people

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and enhanced overtime rates
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Career progression opportunities within a large organisation
• Supportive leadership and professional development
• Employee wellbeing initiatives and benefits