A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a motivated Deputy Manager to join a 3-bed EBD children’s residential home in Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire. This is a key operational role supporting the Registered Manager to deliver high-quality, child-centred care and ensuring the home remains safe, nurturing, and compliant.
The role:
• Lead and support the team by supervising staff, managing shifts and rotas, and facilitating effective communication through meetings.
• Promote the welfare and development of each child while providing guidance, motivation, and leadership to the wider staff team.
• Ensuring team leaders have created and updated placement plans, risk assessments and other relevant paperwork.
• Ensure the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and compliance in line with Ofsted regulations and support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home.
About you:
• Holds an NVQ Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Previous experience in running a team and delegating tasks within residential care is highly preferred.
• Passionate about delivering high standards of care and making a positive impact on young lives.
What’s on offer:
• Salary up to £35,000 per annum.
Recruitment timeline:
We are committed to appointing the most suitable candidate and therefore encourage early applications. The recruitment process will involve initial screening, followed by interviews for shortlisted applicants. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
To apply, please submit your CV along with a completed application form.
For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Hasani on 01926695214 or email hasani@hamptonsresourcing.com
Hamptons is passionate about equality and is committed to developing an inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant regardless of your individual needs. Any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.
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