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Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Care

Clenchwarton

Join us in shaping children's futures.

At Luna, we believe every child deserves to know they are loved, valued, and that their future matters.

We're looking for an experienced and passionate Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in leading a high-quality children's residential home in Clenchwarton. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation where you'll have the chance to shape practice, develop a strong team, and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.

Job Description

As Deputy Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting the leadership and development of the home, ensuring children receive exceptional care and support.


Responsibilities include:

  • Supporting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day operation of the home.

  • Leading, motivating, and developing a team of Residential Support Workers.

  • Ensuring children receive safe, high-quality, child-centred care.

  • Embedding trauma-informed and PACE-informed approaches throughout the service.

  • Supporting safeguarding and promoting positive outcomes for children and young people.

  • Assisting with care planning, risk assessments, and placement management.

  • Supporting recruitment, supervision, coaching, and staff development.

  • Maintaining compliance with Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.

  • Building positive relationships with children, families, social workers, and external professionals.

  • Deputising for the Registered Manager when required.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

  • Experienced within children's residential care.

  • Currently working in a senior, supervisory, or leadership role.

  • Passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people.

  • Knowledgeable in safeguarding and child protection practices.

  • Familiar with Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.

  • An effective communicator who can build positive relationships.

  • Resilient, organised, and confident in decision-making.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced manager who wants to build something exceptional and improve the lives of children and young people in Clenchwarton, we would love to hear from you.

For an initial confidential conversation, please contact Daniel Lummis, Responsible Individual, on 07770 886211.


Apply now and help create a home where children feel safe, supported, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

Qualifications Required

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or willingness to work towards it.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for fully funded qualifications and training.

  • Work-life balance with flexible working hours.

  • Generous £250 bonuses for referrals.

  • Annual increment in holiday entitlement.

  • Rewards linked to Ofsted achievements.

  • Use of a company vehicle during shifts.

  • Allocation for wellness activities.

  • We’ll match your charitable donations.

  • Enjoy discounts with a blue light card.

  • 24/7 access to counselling and support services.

  • Guidance and support from seasoned professionals.

  • Clear pathways for career progression.

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Care

Clenchwarton

Permanent

£35,000 - £40,000 a year

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