Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Care

Premier Healthcare; Letchworth; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's care provider in Letchworth is seeking an experienced Deputy Manager to lead a dedicated team in delivering high-quality care. The role offers excellent career progression with fully funded professional development, competitive salary, and a supportive work environment. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership experience and a commitment to promoting positive outcomes for children.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Fully funded Level 5 Diploma

28 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience within children's residential care.
• Previous leadership or senior experience essential.
• Confident communicator and hands-on team player.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in leadership and day-to-day running of the home.
• Lead and motivate the team to provide high-quality care.
• Take responsibility in the absence of the Registered Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Trauma-informed care

Understanding of Ofsted regulations

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Care

Up to £34,500 + £60 per sleep‑in + L5 Funded + Blue Light Card

Letchworth, Hertfordshire

Permanent | Full‑Time

Are you a Senior or Deputy Manager looking to step up and make a real impact? Do you thrive in environments where teamwork, compassion and development are at the heart of what you do? Want to join one of the UK's most established and supportive providers of children's residential care? Then this could be for you.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading, national provider of children's residential services – known for its commitment to high‑quality care, staff wellbeing and professional growth. You'll be joining a well‑resourced organisation that genuinely invests in its homes and people, with clear pathways for career development up to Registered Manager and beyond.

Whether you're an experienced Deputy or a confident Senior ready to take that next step, this role offers a chance to lead from the front, support a dedicated team and make a lasting difference in young people's lives.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary starting from £29,600+ per annum
• Career progression opportunities – structured routes to Registered Manager
• Fully funded Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare
• Clear development pathways and succession planning within a national network
• Full induction programme and paid training from day one
• Regular supervision and appraisals to support your professional growth
• 28 days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24/7 emotional and practical support
• Exclusive staff discount platform for retail, travel and lifestyle savings
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• Refer‑a‑Friend bonus scheme
• Free Enhanced DBS check

About the Organisation

This is a long‑established, nationwide provider of children's residential care with homes and services across the UK. The organisation is guided by its values of Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Caring, with a focus on creating safe, nurturing and inspiring environments for both children and staff.

You'll be joining a company that believes its people are its greatest strength. Every home is supported by experienced regional teams, offering guidance, stability and consistent leadership. Staff are encouraged to develop, innovate and progress through a variety of in‑house training programmes and funded qualifications.

A culture built on teamwork, respect and wellbeing means you'll always be supported to be at your best, because when their people thrive, so do the children in their care.

About the Role

• Support the Registered Manager in the overall leadership and day‑to‑day running of the home
• Lead and motivate the team to deliver high‑quality trauma‑informed care
• Take responsibility in the absence of the Registered Manager
• Oversee care plans, key‑working and daily operations to ensure compliance and consistency
• Contribute to the development of a safe, supportive and structured home environment
• Uphold the organisation's values and model professional conduct at all times
• Support with staff recruitment, training and supervision
• Work collaboratively with professionals, families and stakeholders
• Participate in the on‑call rota as part of the leadership team

Requirements

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Minimum 2 years' experience within children's residential care
• Previous leadership or senior experience (e.g., Senior Support Worker, Team Leader or Deputy)
• Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding and children's legislation
• Passionate about promoting positive outcomes for children and young people
• Confident communicator and hands‑on team player
• Ability to work flexibly, including shifts, weekends and sleep‑ins

Interested?

If you're ready to lead a new service with autonomy, support and meaningful progression, I'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or send your CV referencing the job title and location to:

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