Deputy Manager Childrens Home in Waltham Cross

Deputy Manager Childrens Residential Home
Location: Near Cheshunt | Salary: £32,000 £38,000 | Interviewing Early June

Are you an experienced Senior Carer or Team Leader ready to take the next step in your career? Were supporting a growing childrens care provider in recruiting a Deputy Manager for a brand-new 2-bed home near Cheshunt, catering to young people with mild Learning Disabilities (LD) or Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation at the start of a new chapterwhere your input will help shape the culture and care ethos from the ground up.

Whats on Offer:

• Competitive salary between £32,000 and £38,000, depending on experience

• Opportunity to be part of a brand-new service and make a lasting impact

• Supportive senior leadership team with clear progression routes

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Full-time, permanent role with immediate start available

Key Requirements:

• Experience in childrens residential care, ideally supporting those with LD and/or EBD

• Previous role as a Team Leader, Senior Support Worker, or similar, with strong shift-leading and safeguarding knowledge

• Working towards or holding Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Level 5 preferred or willingness to work towards

• Strong leadership qualities and ability to support the Registered Manager in day-to-day operations

• Confident in staff supervision, rota planning, record keeping, and supporting young people through care plans

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with families, professionals, and regulatory bodies

• Must be flexible, committed, and ready to work as part of an on-call rota