Deputy Manager Residential Child care

Childrens Residential Care

Deputy Manager

Gloucestershire

Salary: £33,000 - £39,000

Full-time Permanent

Are you a compassionate leader with a bold vision for what high-quality care can look like for young people? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where no two days are the same and where your influence truly matters?

We're working with a respected provider of residential services for children and young people in the Gloucestershire area, looking for a dedicated Deputy Manager to help lead a home that offers more than just shelter, it offers hope, belonging, and opportunity.

Who You Are

You're a confident professional with a clear understanding of the complexities young people face, particularly those shaped by trauma and adversity. You bring not only experience but insight - the kind of insight that builds trust, shapes teams, and transforms lives.

You know how to lead by example, support a staff team, and contribute to a culture of openness, resilience, and care. You're just as comfortable handling serious safeguarding concerns as you are celebrating a young person's first day back at school. You're ready to step up - or step in - to make sure young people receive consistent, meaningful support every single day.

What You'll Need

• A Level 3 or 4 qualification in Health & Social Care Children
• Level 5 in Leadership & Management or working towards it
• At least one year's experience in a senior or deputy role within childrens residential care
• Strong knowledge of childrens legislation, safeguarding frameworks, and care standards
• A history of working in or supporting homes rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted
• A valid UK driving licence

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the Registered Manager with day-to-day operations
• Leading, mentoring and developing care teams
• Driving high-quality, person-centred care planning
• Ensuring regulatory compliance and safeguarding protocols
• Fostering a positive, stable home environment where young people feel safe and valued
• Taking an active role in multi-agency meetings and reviews
• Supporting childrens transitions in and out of the service with sensitivity and structure

Why Join This Team?

This is a rare opportunity to work within a deeply values-driven organisation that has been supporting vulnerable young people for over two decades. You'll be part of a leadership team that believes in investing in its staff - with training, support, and genuine opportunities for progression.

You'll also enjoy:

• Generous holiday and pension package
• Supportive leadership and regular supervision
• Access to ongoing professional development
• Team events and recognition of achievements
• Free parking on-site

Want to learn more? Let's talk.
For a confidential discussion or to request an application form, please contact Louise:

Applications from all backgrounds and walks of life are encouraged. What matters most is your commitment to children and your belief that their futures can be different - and better.

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