Deputy Manager - children's home
CV-LibraryLuton, BedfordshirepermanentPosted: 13 August 2026
Apply NowWe are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Deputy Manager based in Luton, Bedfordshire.
If successful, you will be working as part of a team in a 3 bed children's residential home supporting children presenting with learning disabilities.
This is a permanent position working 2 on 4 off rota with one sleep in per week.
Pay: up to £39,000 per annum + £50 per sleep.
Level 3 / 4 Residential childcare and Full UK driving License is compulsory.
As a Deputy Manager your main responsibilities will include:
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of statutory and procedural frameworks for residential care and communicate this to members of the team.
* Support the Registered Manager with external audits.
* Ensure that staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its children.
* Ensure each child has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, social, and cultural needs.
* Ensure all new staff receive a thorough induction.
* Report and assist the manager in resolving issues relating to staff motivation, conduct and competencies of staff members.
* Monitor finances and ensure budgets are managed effectively.
Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:
* Genuine opportunities to progress to a Registered Manager
* Opportunity to work towards a level 5 Leadership and Management.
* Work alongside and support a passionate Registered Manager
To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Jack.
Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus.
Ref: (phone number removed)
If successful, you will be working as part of a team in a 3 bed children's residential home supporting children presenting with learning disabilities.
This is a permanent position working 2 on 4 off rota with one sleep in per week.
Pay: up to £39,000 per annum + £50 per sleep.
Level 3 / 4 Residential childcare and Full UK driving License is compulsory.
As a Deputy Manager your main responsibilities will include:
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of statutory and procedural frameworks for residential care and communicate this to members of the team.
* Support the Registered Manager with external audits.
* Ensure that staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its children.
* Ensure each child has a care plan which reflects their emotional, care, social, and cultural needs.
* Ensure all new staff receive a thorough induction.
* Report and assist the manager in resolving issues relating to staff motivation, conduct and competencies of staff members.
* Monitor finances and ensure budgets are managed effectively.
Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:
* Genuine opportunities to progress to a Registered Manager
* Opportunity to work towards a level 5 Leadership and Management.
* Work alongside and support a passionate Registered Manager
To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Jack.
Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus.
Ref: (phone number removed)