Deputy Manager - Children's Residential

Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home

Up to £40,000 (including sleep‑ins) + L5 Funded + Blue Light Card
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Permanent | Full‑Time

Are you an experienced Senior or Deputy looking for a fresh opportunity where you can genuinely influence practice and grow into future leadership?
Do you thrive in a structured, therapeutic children’s residential environment supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs?
Are you seeking a role where your ideas, initiative and development are fully supported by a national organisation?
Then this could be for you…

You’ll be joining a supportive leadership team within a region of children’s homes that values creativity, resilience and child‑centred practice. This is your chance to take on a meaningful role where you’ll help shape the home, support the Manager, and lead your team to deliver high‑quality care for children aged 8‑18. You’ll be encouraged to bring your own strengths, step into additional responsibilities, and work towards your Level 5 qualification, building the confidence and experience needed to progress to Registered Manager roles in future.

• Total earnings up to £40,000
• Base Salary £33,664
• Sleep‑ins at £62.64 each – £3,000‑£6,500 a year
• Genuine career progression with funded pathways toward Registered Manager roles
• Enhanced pay scales based on qualifications and experience
• Fully funded qualifications, including Level 5 in Leadership & Management
• Paid induction and sector‑leading training to set you up for success
• Supportive leadership with regular supervision, coaching and appraisals
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Employee wellbeing support via a 24/7 assistance programme
• Team meetings & staff voice forums to influence home development
• Blue Light Card & internal discount schemes for major retailers, days out & more
• NEST pension scheme
• Staff referral bonuses
• Free enhanced DBS check
• Real opportunities for progression within a growing, national organisation

• Part of a well‑established national provider of children’s residential care
• Focused on supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs (EBD)
• Provides a stable, nurturing and therapeutic environment for ages 8‑18
• Strong emphasis on structure, routine, emotional regulation and consistent boundaries
• Known for: high‑quality training, investment in staff development, therapeutic practice and “language that cares”, opportunities for progression, supportive, collaborative regional leadership with consistent standards across homes

• Support the Home Manager with daily operations and leadership
• Lead, motivate and supervise the staff team
• Ensure the delivery of high‑quality therapeutic care
• Support care planning, safeguarding and risk management
• Maintain compliance with Ofsted regulations
• Manage rotas, staffing and contribute to budget oversight
• Be a positive role model for both staff and young people
• Promote a nurturing, structured and inclusive home environment
• Step up in the Manager’s absence, taking full responsibility when required

• 2+ years’ experience in a residential children’s home (Senior or Deputy level)
• NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People (Residential Childcare pathway)
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations & safeguarding
• Experience with rotas, staffing and basic budget support
• Resilient, proactive, child‑centred and confident in leading others
• Full UK Driving Licence

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

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