Deputy Manager - Children's Activity Centre


Company:	Accomplish
Salary:	£37,355 to £39,850 a year
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Stafford, ST16 3AQ
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	8 Sept 2026
Closing date:	7 Oct 2026

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Summary

Package Description

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+

Previous experience in

children’s residential care (Senior / Deputy level preferred)

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%)

£500 employee referral bonus

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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