Deputy Manager Children's Residential Care Worker

The Esland Group Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's care organization in the UK seeks a Deputy Manager for their Nightingale home. You will provide care and support to children, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. The ideal candidate has a Level 3 Child Care qualification and at least a year of experience in children's residential care. Competitive salary of £39,760 - £41,760, with additional benefits, including progression opportunities and unique perks.

Benefits

BILD accredited, paid induction training

Access to a holiday home in the Peak District

Birthday day off

£500 bonus for referrals

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ and have the right to work in the UK.
• Minimum 12 months’ experience in children’s residential care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and emotional support to children.
• Help shape brighter futures through consistency and compassion.
• Work as part of a dedicated team in a 365-day service.

Skills

Full UK Driving Licence

Experience in children's residential care

Level 3 qualification in Child Care

Education

Level 3 qualification in Child Care

Job description

Deputy Manager Children's Residential Care Worker

Department: Residential

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Nightingale - Ravensden

Compensation: £39,760 - £41,760 / year

Description

🌟 Make a Lasting Impact — Become a Deputy Manager 🌟

Are you passionate about transforming young lives? Join Esland as a Deputy Manager and embark on a deeply rewarding career where every day brings purpose, growth, and the chance to make a real difference.

The Home you have applied for is called Nightingale & is in a beautiful village surrounded by cows & wildlife. The children in this home love horse riding, gaming & movie nights.

What You’ll Do

• Provide high-quality care and emotional support to children in a safe, nurturing environment.
• Help shape brighter futures through consistency, compassion, and resilience.
• Work as part of a dedicated team in a 365-day service, with advance rotas and long shifts (8am–11pm) including sleep‑in nights.

• Annual salary: £39,760 – £41,760, depending on your qualifications and experience — this includes an average of 8 sleep‑in shifts per month.
• Boost your income with enhanced overtime rates and opportunities for additional shifts.

What You’ll Need

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Level 3 qualification in Child Care.
• Minimum 12 months’ experience in children’s residential care.
• Must be 21+ and have the right to work in the UK (we’re unable to offer sponsorship).

Why Esland?

At Esland, we’re committed to changing children’s lives for the better. Our best‑in‑class specialist services empower young people to thrive — and we’re looking for nurturing, supportive individuals who share our mission.

If you’re ready to be part of something extraordinary, apply now and start your journey with Esland.

Nightingale is a Three bedroom children’s home, offering crisis intervention and trauma informed therapeutic care. Our young people receive the highest quality residential care, as well as taking part in recreational activities tailored to the child’s interests e.g. cinema, swimming and sports, etc.

• We offer routes for progression and the opportunity undergo a qualification once employed
• We offer BILD accredited, paid induction training
• You will have access to a company app that provides high street discounts, online medical support, financial advise and counselling
• A day off for your birthday (in addition to your holiday entitlement)
• Access to a holiday home based in the Peak District where you can stay for free, on the company!
• A £500 bonus via our 'Refer a Friend’ scheme