Role: Deputy Manager
Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent
Salary: Up to £36,000 DOE + support with relevant qualifications
Location: Maidstone, Kent
Hours: Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm (on call rota, 1 in 5 weeks)
Our client, a well-established childrens residential provider, is seeking an experienced and ambitious Deputy Manager to join their dedicated leadership team. Working closely with the Registered Manager, you will help lead and support a small team, ensuring children and young people receive the highest standard of care in a safe, nurturing environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate residential childcare professional looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation that values development, collaboration, and positive outcomes.
The Role
As Deputy Manager, you will work alongside the Registered Manager to provide day-to-day leadership and support to a small team. You will play a key role in maintaining a warm, child-centred environment, ensuring high-quality care, safeguarding, and compliance standards are consistently achieved.
You will:
Line manage and supervise a small staff team, driving performance and development
Build strong partnerships with local authorities, parents/carers, and external agencies
Promote independence and positi...