About the Role

Our client are looking for a Deputy Manager to join a specialist residential care team supporting children and young people from diverse backgrounds. You will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and stable environment where young people can develop life skills, achieve their potential, and thrive.

In this role, you will:

• Support children and young people to achieve their best outcomes.

• Assist with the day-to-day running of the home alongside the Registered Manager.

• Lead and support the staff team, delegating duties and ensuring high standards of care.

• Help maintain compliance with legislation and regulations.

• Foster a positive culture and professional practice within the home.

• Participate in rota management, occasional sleep-ins, and on-call duties.

You will act as a role model for young people and staff, demonstrating professionalism, strong communication, and effective leadership in a homely, non-judgmental environment.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care or NVQ Level 4 in Children, Young People & Family Practitioner.

• Experience working in residential childcare settings, supporting children with social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties.

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and develop staff.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage with young people, colleagues, and external professionals.

• Flexibility to work across a 7-day rota, including evenings, weekends, and on-call shifts.

• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, anti-discriminatory practice, and child protection legislation.

You will demonstrate professionalism at all times, both in appearance and behavior, and act as a positive role model to both staff and young people.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £37,500, with additional sleep-in allowance when required.

• Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.

• Professional development, including in-house and external training, supervision, and NVQ progression.

• Supportive team culture focused on collaboration and high standards.

• Experience working in a leading specialist provider of residential care for children

About the Client

Our client is a specialist provider of residential care for children and young people. They are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment that allows every young person to develop, learn, and thrive. Their philosophy emphasizes consistency, positive relationships, and the highest standards of professional care, guided by the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and our Statement of Purpose.

You will join a dedicated team of professionals committed to safeguarding, equality, and the personal growth of both children and staff.

Recruitment Timeline

We are committed to appointing the most suitable candidate and therefore encourage early applications. The recruitment process will involve an initial screening, followed by interviews for successful applicants.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

How to Apply

Please complete the form below and include an up-to-date CV.

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Daisy at daisy@hamptonsresourcing.com or call 01926 695216.

Hamptons is passionate about equality and is committed to developing an inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant regardless of individual needs. Any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported throughout the application and hiring process.