Lead Deputy Manager, Residential Children’s Services

Vetro Recruitment; Welshpool; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured leadership remit

Ongoing training and CPD

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a Deputy Manager Children’s Services in Welshpool, Powys. This role supports the Registered Manager and leads day-to-day practice, with a focus on safe, therapeutic, outcomes-led care for young people.

You will coach staff, coordinate independence and transition planning, supervise the team, ensure regulatory compliance, and work flexible on evenings and weekends. A QCF Level 5 in Residential Childcare (or working towards) and a UK driving licence are required.

Qualifications

• QCF Level 5 in Residential Childcare (or working towards) or equivalent.
• Team leader / senior shift lead experience within children’s residential care or a closely related setting.
• Full UK Driving Licence and ability to work flexibly to support rota and practice oversight.

Responsibilities

• Leading day-to-day practice oversight, coaching staff on routines, boundaries, and therapeutic approaches that support positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Coordinating and improving independence and transition planning for young people (including attending planning meetings and liaising with external professionals as required)
• Providing structured staff supervision, mentoring team leaders/key workers, and supporting induction for new starters to build a stable, confident team culture
• Supporting operational compliance, including record‑keeping standards, audits, and ensuring regulatory reporting is completed accurately and on time
• Participating in out‑of‑hours support/on‑call arrangements and working flexibly (including some evenings/weekends) to meet service needs

Skills

Team leader / senior shift lead

Education

QCF Level 5 in Residential Childcare (or working towards)

Tools

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a Deputy Manager Children’s Services in Welshpool, Powys. This role supports the Registered Manager and leads day-to-day practice, with a focus on safe, therapeutic, outcomes-led care for young people.

You will coach staff, coordinate independence and transition planning, supervise the team, ensure regulatory compliance, and work flexible on evenings and weekends. A QCF Level 5 in Residential Childcare (or working towards) and a UK driving licence are required.