Deputy Manager Children\'s Residential

Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Care

Location: Hertfordshire

Salary: Up to £41,300.00

Hours: 39 hours per week

The Opportunity

We’re working with a well-established children’s care provider rated Good by Ofsted, who are now seeking a passionate Deputy Manager to join their dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a senior role where you’ll play a key part in supporting the Registered Manager and ensuring the highest standards of care for young people (11–17) with emotional and behavioural needs.

As Deputy Manager, you’ll be a strong role model for the team — leading by example, managing day-to-day operations, and ensuring that every child receives consistent, nurturing, and person-centred support.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in the daily running of the home
• Lead, supervise, and motivate a team of residential support staff
• Ensure the highest standards of care and safeguarding are maintained at all times
• Oversee care planning, behaviour management, and placement outcomes
• Participate in on-call duties and sleep-ins as required
• Manage rotas, budgets, and reporting duties effectively
• Foster a supportive, safe, and structured environment where young people can thrive

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a children’s residential setting at Senior or Deputy level
• Level 3 Diploma (Children and Young People or equivalent) – Level 5 preferred or willingness to work towards
• Sound understanding of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding procedures, and quality standards
• Confident in managing teams, delegating responsibilities, and maintaining compliance
• A Full UK Driving Licence is essential

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary plus sleep-in payments
• Career progression pathways and fully funded qualifications
• Paid, high-quality induction and ongoing professional training
• 28 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Pension scheme and employee assistance programme
• Loyalty rewards and long-service recognition
• Access to discount and wellbeing schemes, including the Blue Light Card
• Free meals on shift and company-funded enhanced DBS check
• Supportive leadership and opportunities to contribute ideas to the ongoing development of the home

If you’re an experienced Senior Support Worker or Deputy Manager ready for the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV to harvey.johnston@cpl.com