St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
£41080 - £48412
Permanent
Job Title: Deputy Children’s Home Manager
Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire, UK
Salary: £19.75 per hour
Job Description:
Are you passionate about making a real difference in children’s lives? We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Children’s Home Manager to join a leading specialist provider in St Albans. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to support young people in a safe, nurturing environment where they can thrive, develop, and achieve positive outcomes. As Deputy Children’s Home Manager, you will work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure the smooth running of the home and deliver high-quality care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support and supervise staff teams to maintain high standards of care
- Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and Quality Standards
- Promote a safe, structured, and child-focused environment
- Contribute to care planning and the development of young people
- Deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in residential childcare
- At least 1 year of experience supervising staff
- Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding
- Level 3 in Residential Childcare (required)
- Level 5 in Leadership & Management (or willingness to work towards)
- Full UK driving licence (preferred)
Join us in St Albans as a Deputy Children’s Home Manager and build your career within a values-led organisation committed to making a genuine difference. We offer fully funded qualifications, clear career pathways, ongoing development, and a supportive team environment. Enjoy benefits such as 28 days holiday, wellbeing days, employee discounts, and on-site parking.
This is a rewarding opportunity to lead and inspire in a role that truly matters.
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.
