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Accomplish; Kansas; On-site; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Meals provided

Blue Light Card

Pension scheme

Real Living Wage employer

Job summary

Keys Group is seeking a Deputy Manager for a Children’s Residential setting with an adventure-led approach. You will live on-site, support a small team, and lead shifts, delivering activity-based care to young people 8–18.

You will help drive a culture of safety, engagement, and continuous improvement. The role requires a Level 3/4 in Residential Childcare (or progression to Level 5) and a Full UK Driving Licence.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a residential care setting.
• Ability to supervise and develop a small team.
• Experience supporting young people aged 8–18.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with day-to-day running of the home.
• Act as Deputy Manager and lead shifts when required.
• Supervise, support, and guide staff daily.
• Contribute to recruitment, inductions, training, and staff development.
• Ensure care plans and records are kept up to date.

Skills

Outdoor leadership

Team leadership

Care planning

Staff development

Recruitment

Education

Level 3 Residential Childcare

Level 4 Residential Childcare

Level 5 qualification (desirable)

Job description

Deputy Manager - Children's Activity Centre

Deputy Manager – Adventure & Activities (Children’s Residential)

Location

: Maer, ST5 (Full UK Driving Licence required due to remote setting)

Salary: £37,355 – £39,850 per year + £6,000 – £8,000 from sleep‑ins

Hours

: 39 per week – expectations to work on shift where required.

Lead From the Front — Indoors and Out

This isn’t your typical Deputy Manager role.

It’s an opportunity to combine leadership, care, and adventure in a specialist residential setting where the outdoors plays a key role in therapeutic support.

You’ll live on-site during your working days (accommodation and meals provided), supporting and leading a small, dedicated team while helping young people aged 8–18 move on from challenging circumstances and build confidence, resilience, and independence.

From climbing and kayaking to hiking and cycling, you’ll support delivery of an activity‑led care model — while also stepping into a leadership role that shapes culture, practice, and outcomes.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home
• Act as Deputy Manager and step in to lead shifts when required
• Supervise, support, and guide staff on a daily basis
• Help with recruitment, inductions, training, and staff development
• Contribute to and follow care plans, attending reviews and meetings as needed
• Ensure care plans and records are kept up to date and accurate
• Complete and oversee daily records, rotas, and basic administrative tasks
• Ensure the home operates in line with legislation, safeguarding, and company policies
• Promote a safe, supportive, and positive environment for young people and staff
• Take part in and support outdoor and adventure activities
• Attend team meetings, training, and supervision to support continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

Full UK Driving Licence

Aged 21+

• Ability and confidence to take part in outdoor activities
• Strong leadership skills with a calm, consistent approach
• Ability to work a

live-in shift pattern (4 on / 7 off)

• Level 3 or 4 in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards Level 5)

Why Join Keys Group?

• 5.6 weeks annual leave (inclusive of 8 public holidays)
• Excellent work-life balance – 4 days on, then 7 days off
• Live-in role – accommodation & meals provided
• Work outdoors as part of your leadership role
• Free Enhanced DBS check
• Fully funded qualifications & clear progression to Registered Manager
• Real Living Wage employer
• Enhanced pay based on experience & qualifications
• Blue Light Card
• Pension scheme (matched up to 3%)
• Long service awards
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Supportive senior leadership & regular supervision
• Team culture where your voice is heard
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

About Us

Keys Care provides safe, supportive homes for adults and children, offering tailored services and specialist support to help people thrive. Through our

Connected Support

approach, we empower individuals to build stability, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant.

Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview – please include details of your service on your CV.

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