OFSTED Deputy Manager

AA Euro Group; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care provider in Swadlincote is seeking an experienced Deputy Manager to support young people with complex needs. this role offers a competitive salary of £40,496 plus sleep-in payments, along with clear career progression to a Registered Manager position. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare and a passion for mentoring youth in a residential setting.

Benefits

£60 per sleep-in

Career progression opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Healthy work/life balance

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people in a residential care setting.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and Children’s Homes Regulations.
• Ambition to progress into dual registration.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home.
• Lead, motivate, and mentor the care team.
• Provide consistent, nurturing care to children.

Skills

Leadership

Childcare

Safeguarding

Mentoring

Education

Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

OFSTED Deputy Manager Children s Residential Home (Swadlincote)

Salary: £40,496 + £60 per sleep-in
Location: Swadlincote
Service Type: 2-Bed Children s Home (Teenagers 1 Male, 1 Female)
Shift Pattern: 2 on / 4 off (sleep‑ins included)

We are seeking a passionate and ambitious Deputy Manager to join our dedicated team in Swadlincote, supporting young people with complex needs in a 2-bed children s residential home. This is a fantastic career development opportunity, with the expectation of progressing into a dual‑registered management role as we expand with a second home (OFSTED registration visit scheduled for 22nd August).

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring compliance with OFSTED regulations.
• Lead, motivate, and mentor the care team to deliver outstanding support for young people.
• Act as a role model, providing consistent, nurturing care to children with emotional and behavioural needs.
• Support care planning, safeguarding, and positive behaviour management.
• Step up in the absence of the Registered Manager, ensuring smooth operations and high‑quality care delivery.

Requirements

• Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Experience working with children and young people in a residential care setting.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and Children s Homes Regulations.
• Leadership experience (as a Team Leader, Senior, or Deputy) desirable.
• Ambition to progress into dual registration with support from the organisation.

What s on Offer

• £40,496 base salary + £60 per sleep-in.
• Clear career progression with dual registration opportunities.
• 2 on / 4 off rota pattern promoting a healthy work/life balance.
• Supportive and professional senior leadership team.
• Ongoing training and career development.

How to Apply

If you re ready to step into a Deputy Manager role with clear progression to Registered Manager, apply today with your CV and help us build safe, nurturing homes where young people can thrive.

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