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Deputy Manager - Children's Home

Reference: 10942
Location
nantgaredig, Carmarthenshire, United Kingdom
Salary
£38,000 - £38,000
Contract Type
Permanent

Job Title: Children’s Home Deputy Manager – Carmarthen

Location: Carmarthen, Wales

Salary: £38,000 per year (DOE) | Overtime paid at time and a half | Realistic earning potential up to £45,000

Job Description:
Are you an experienced children’s residential care professional seeking a rewarding leadership role? A leading specialist provider is looking for a dedicated Children’s Home Deputy Manager to join their well-established residential children’s home in Carmarthen. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in young people’s lives while progressing your career in a supportive environment. As the Children’s Home Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Manager in overseeing daily operations, leading a committed staff team, and ensuring the home provides a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment for children and young people in Carmarthen.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the children’s home in Carmarthen
  • Lead, motivate, and develop the staff team to deliver high standards of care
  • Ensure safeguarding, compliance, and regulatory standards are maintained
  • Maintain a safe, positive, and therapeutic environment for children and young people in Carmarthen
  • Work collaboratively with external agencies, families, and professionals
  • Oversee care plans, audits, and quality assurance processes
  • Contribute to staff rotas and ensure adequate staffing cover

Requirements:

  • Proven experience within a children’s residential home setting in Carmarthen or similar
  • Demonstrable leadership or supervisory experience
  • Strong understanding of safeguarding and regulatory frameworks
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Level 3 Children & Young People qualification (Level 5 preferred or willingness to work towards)
  • Passion for supporting children and young people in Carmarthen

Why This Job Is Perfect for You:

  • Monday–Friday work pattern in Carmarthen
  • Strong earning potential with overtime opportunities
  • Leadership role with a real impact on young lives
  • Supportive management team and career development opportunities
  • Located in a beautiful area with a settled home environment

Apply Today:
If you’re ready for your next challenge and want to join a supportive, child-focused organisation in Carmarthen, we want to hear from you. Apply now to become the next Children’s Home Deputy Manager in Carmarthen!

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.

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