Deputy Manager, Children's LD Home | Lead & Develop Care Team

Espoir Recruitment; Luton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range

Overtime rate

Sleep-in pay

Shift pattern

Career progression

Training & development

On-call leadership opportunity

Job summary

Espoir Recruitment in Luton is seeking an experienced Deputy Manager for a well-established Children's Learning Disabilities (LD) Residential Home. You will support the Registered Manager, lead the staff team, and help create a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive.

The role includes managing care plans, safeguarding, on-call duties, and driving excellent outcomes. Requirements: Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare, experience in children's residential settings,

Qualifications

• Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Previous experience within a Children's Residential setting.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and children's residential regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with the overall management of the home.
• Lead and motivate the staff team to deliver outstanding care.
• Ensure safeguarding and regulatory standards are consistently maintained.
• Assist with care planning, risk assessments, and behavioural support strategies.
• Participate in the management on-call rota.
• Support with staff supervision, development, and performance management.
• Promote positive outcomes and independence for children and young people.

Skills

Excellent communication

Leadership skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Espoir Recruitment in Luton is seeking an experienced Deputy Manager for a well-established Children's Learning Disabilities (LD) Residential Home. You will support the Registered Manager, lead the staff team, and help create a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive.

The role includes managing care plans, safeguarding, on-call duties, and driving excellent outcomes. Requirements: Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare, experience in children's residential settings,