Children's Home Deputy Manager -Leicestershire


Company:	Brook Street
Salary:	£34,000 to £39,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Lutterworth, LE17 4EB
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	25 Sept 2026
Closing date:	25 Oct 2026

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Summary

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Location: Lutterworth, Leicestershire

Salary: £34,000 - £39,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you an experienced

Children's Residential Deputy Manager, Team Leader or Senior Residential Support Worker looking for your next career opportunity?

We are recruiting for a

Deputy Manager to join a specialist children's residential assessment service supporting young people aged

7-18 years.

The service provides short-term residential placements focused on

assessment, therapeutic intervention, trauma support and stabilisation. Young people are provided with a safe, nurturing and structured environment, alongside access to education and opportunities to participate in outdoor and adventure-based activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established Deputy Manager or an experienced Senior/Team Leader who is ready to progress into management.

The Role

Working alongside the Registered Manager, you will help oversee the day-to-day running of the home and ensure children and young people receive high-quality, child-centred care.

Key responsibilities will include:

Supporting the day-to-day management of the residential home

Leading, supervising and supporting residential care staff

Promoting a positive, safe and nurturing environment

Supporting care plans, assessments and risk management

Ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed consistently

Supporting young people who have experienced trauma and challenging circumstances

Maintaining accurate records and high standards of professional practice

Working effectively with social workers, education providers and other professionals

Supporting staff development, supervision and performance

Ensuring the service operates in line with

Ofsted regulations and Children's Homes Quality Standards

Deputising for the Registered Manager when required

About You

To be considered, you will need:

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent

Minimum

2 years' experience within a children's residential care home within the last 5 years

At least

1 year's experience supervising or managing staff within a care environment

Good knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted requirements

Strong leadership and communication skills

A child-centred and trauma-informed approach

Full UK driving licence

Unrestricted right to work in the UK

An interest in outdoor activities is essential, while relevant activity experience or qualifications would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

You will receive a salary of

£34,000 - £39,000 per annum, alongside ongoing training, development and opportunities for career progression.

Additional benefits include paid induction training, employee discounts, access to medical and wellbeing support, financial advice and counselling, and an additional day off for your birthday.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive residential service where you can develop your leadership career while making a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Interested? Apply today to find out more about this Deputy Manager opportunity.

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