Deputy Manager - Children's home

Keys Group; Wellington; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Real Living Wage

Pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Job summary

Keys Group in Wellington, Somerset, is seeking a Deputy Home Manager to lead a residential children’s home. You will mentor staff, support the Home Manager, and ensure high standards of care for young people with emotional and behavioural needs. A Level 3 qualification and driving licence are required.

The role offers progression opportunities and a supportive management team. Salary starts at £31,332 and rises to £33,549 per year DOE, with an additional sleep-in payment and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience working within a Residential Children’s home at Senior or Deputy level.
• NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Children and Young People.
• Knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding procedures.
• Experience with budgets and rotas.
• Full UK driving licence.

Skills

Residential care experience

Driving licence

Staff mentoring

Education

NVQ Level 3/4 in Children and Young People

Job description

Deputy Home Manager – Children and Young people

Location: Wellington , Somerset

Salary:£31,332 rising to £33,549 per annum DOE and qualifications plus an additional payment for sleep in

Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle are essential in this role.

A minimum Level 3 qualification in Children's residential and experience within a Children's home environment is essential

Make Every Day EPIC with Keys Group!

Are you already a Children's Home Deputy manager or a Senior looking for your next move?

At Keys, we’re here to transform lives. Our mission is to make every day extraordinary for children and young people who have emotional and behavioural needs.

We provide safe, stable, and nurturing homes where young people can grow, heal, and thrive.

As Deputy Manager, you’ll lead by example—mentoring your team, supporting the Home Manager, and ensuring every young person receives the care and guidance they need.

Our welcoming home in Wellington is a 3 bed, Ofsted rated Good

you are looking for an opportunity to thrive then this is the job for you !!

Not convinced yet?

What else do we offer?

• Career Progression: We invest in your growth with clear paths to advance, including opportunities to become a Registered Manager.
• Competitive Salary: We offer the Real Living Wage as a minimum.
• Enhanced Pay Scales: Recognise both qualifications and experience with higher pay rates
• Family Support: Enhanced company maternity and paternity pay.
• Rewarding Job - Full of variety and enjoyment. No two days are ever the same
• Supportive Management - regular supervisions and appraisals to ensure you are enjoying life at Keys Group
• Regular Team Meetings – Include and contribute your ideas towards the progression of the service and have your voice heard as part of our regional management team
• Funded Qualifications – We fully fund and support you to obtain a range of QCF’s opening up further career opportunities and extra pay
• Paid Training – Get paid to enrol in our sector leading training and level up your career
• Full Induction Program: Comprehensive introductory training to set you up for success.
• Amazing Discount Schemes -Access amazing deals with the Hapi App & Blue Light Card
• NEST Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our pension plan.
• Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance – Access advice and guidance through our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you
• Circle App – internal communications on the next level, be part of something special
• Annual Leave: 28 days of annual leave, including Bank Holidays entitlement
  Free Enhanced DBS Check

Why choose Keys for your career?

Keys provide innovative care and education services to children and young people who have complex needs, emotional and behavioural difficulties or who display challenging behaviour. We try and make every day extraordinary for the children we care for and support, because we believe in every single one of.

Requirements

• 2 years’ experience working within a Residential Children’s home either as a Senior or at Deputy level.
• NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Children and Young People
• Knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding procedures.
• Experience with budgets and rotas
• A full UK driving licence

Keys is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and military families through our Armed Forces Covenant commitment.

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• Salary From £31,332 to £33,549 per annum doe and qualifications plus additional sleep in payment.