Assistant Manager jobs in United Kingdom

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Care

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

Hatfield, 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?

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.

• 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

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.

• 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, keyworking, 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

• 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

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

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