Deputy Manager: Children's Residential

Net-Temps; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A quality care provider in Mansfield is seeking a Deputy Manager for a Children's Residential Home. This role involves supporting the Registered Manager to ensure outstanding child-centred care in a nurturing environment. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in residential childcare along with QCF Level 3. Offering a competitive salary of £38,000 - £45,000 per year, comprehensive training, and clear progression pathways into senior management roles. Join a supportive team making a real difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and development

Regular working pattern for better work-life balance

Clear progression pathways into senior management roles

Supportive leadership and well-resourced homes

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in residential childcare with leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of child development and safeguarding is required.
• Full UK driving licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in all aspects of home management.
• Lead and develop the care team to deliver outstanding child-centred care.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and regulatory standards.
• Drive continuous improvement and staff development.
• Build strong relationships with children, staff, and external professionals.

Skills

Leadership skills

Understanding of child development

Communication skills

Education

QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare

Level 4/5 (desirable)

Job description

Deputy Manager: Children's Residential

Pay: £38,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Job Description

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home (Mansfield)

We are looking for Deputy Managers or experienced Senior Support Workers who want to progress for our client, who are a high-quality provider. This is a great opportunity.

Salary: £38,000 - £45,000 per year | Full-time, Permanent

• Do you want to work for a high-quality care provider that invests in your training and career progression?
• Do you want above-average pay and excellent benefits?
• Do you like well-funded, well-staffed homes where you can truly make a difference?

If you answered YES, this is the role for you!

About Our Client

Our client is a leading provider of children's residential services, creating safe, nurturing homes where children aged 8-18 can thrive. Their homes are well-resourced, professionally staffed, and designed to provide stability and emotional support. They believe in empowering staff through training, development, and clear career progression opportunities.

The Role of Deputy Manager

As Deputy Manager, you'll work closely with the Registered Manager to oversee the day‑to‑day running of the home, lead and mentor the team, and ensure the highest standards of care. This is a low‑risk, nurturing environment focused on emotional wellbeing and personal growth—not a setting where you face aggressive behaviours daily.

Your Responsibilities as Deputy Manager

• Support the Registered Manager in all aspects of home management
• Lead and develop the care team to deliver outstanding child‑centred care
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and regulatory standards
• Drive continuous improvement and staff development
• Build strong relationships with children, staff, and external professionals

What We Offer to a Deputy Manager

• Salary: £38,000 - £45,000 per year
• Regular working pattern for better work‑life balance
• Comprehensive training and development
• Clear progression pathways into senior management rolesSupportive leadership and well‑resourced homes

What We're Looking For in a Deputy Manager

• QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare (essential); Level 4/5 (desirable)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in residential childcare with leadership experience
• Strong understanding of child development and safeguarding
• Full UK driving licence

Location: Mansfield

Start Date: ASAP

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