Deputy Manager Childrens Home

We are excited to announce an opportunity for a skilled Senior or Deputy Manager to join a leading provider of care for children with learning difficulties. Youll be part of a well-established, passionate team dedicated to creating inclusive environments where every child is supported to grow, thrive, and achieve their potential.

As Deputy Manager, you will be central to the smooth, effective running of our service. Working closely with the Manager, youll help shape and deliver strategies that ensure each child receives high-quality, personalised educational support. Youll lead and inspire a team of committed professionals, offering guidance, mentorship, and strong leadership to uphold exceptional standards of care and learning.

Clear career progression, including opportunities to become a Registered Manager.

Funded qualifications fully supported QCF pathways to open up new opportunities and higher pay.

Paid training earn while completing sector-leading development programmes.

Full induction programme to set you up for success.

Supportive management with regular supervisions and appraisals.

Regular team meetings where your voice is heard and your ideas help shape the service.

Real progression opportunities across the organisation.

Financial & Lifestyle Benefits

Competitive salary with the Real Living Wage as the minimum benchmark.

Enhanced pay scales recognising both qualifications and experience.

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.

Staff referral bonus.

Life assurance for peace of mind.

Extra Perks

Free meals on shift.

Amazing discount schemes enjoy savings on high-street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays, and more.

Wellbeing support via our Employee Assistance Programme, offering guidance and advice when you need it.

28 days annual leave, including Bank Holiday entitlement.

A rewarding role full of variety, no two days are the same.

Support the Manager in overseeing all aspects of the Childrens Learning Difficulty Service, from program development to evaluation.

Lead a multidisciplinary team, teachers, support staff, and therapists, while fostering a culture built on collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Work closely with families, educational partners, and external agencies to create personalised learning plans.

Monitor and refine interventions to secure positive outcomes for every child.

Stay informed on current research, best practices, and developments in special education embedding new insights into service delivery.

Assist with budget management, resource planning, and regulatory compliance.

Level 3 Children & Young People Workforce or Health & Social Care.

Experience supporting people with learning difficulties, ideally children.

Strong understanding of diverse learning needs, learning styles, and intervention approaches.

Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to motivate and inspire a team, cultivating a supportive, high-performing environment.

Knowledge of legislation, policies, and procedures relevant to special education.

Flexibility and confidence working in a fast-paced environment.

If you’re driven by the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of children with learning difficulties, and you bring the experience and leadership to help shape an exceptional service, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV, and we’ll be in touch as soon as possible.