Vale of Belvoir

• RoleDeputy Manager
• Salary£37,512 - £40,287 DOE
• TypeFull Time

• LocationVale of Belvoir

• Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Care (EBD)
  Location: Vale of Belvoir
  Salary: £37,512 - £40,287 DOE
  Full-time | Includes shifts & sleep-ins
  We create memories and experiences for our children that last a lifetime; where they feel truly loved, cared for, safe and secure.
  Want to make a real difference in children’s lives? ?
  Are you experienced in children’s residential care? Ready to step into a leadership role and help run a warm, safe home for young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties? Join Edison Young People as a Deputy Manager and support our Registered Manager to deliver outstanding care.

What you’ll do:

• Lead the home in the Registered Manager’s absence, including on-call duties
• Support day-to-day operations, staff supervision, and admin tasks
• Ensure every child has a tailored Care Plan involving them and their family/advocate
• Work closely with social workers and staff to develop and review Care Plans
• Manage staff rotas, assist with recruitment, training, and performance reviews
• Lead team meetings and share updates with the team
• Report accidents, incidents, and safeguarding concerns following Ofsted regulations
• Support children’s education, social activities, and healthy lifestyles
• Help prepare nutritious meals and maintain a clean, homely environment
• Transport children to appointments, school, and leisure activities
• Keep up with health & safety, fire safety, and company policies
• Write reports and contribute to the home’s quality standards

What you’ll need:

• Level 3 or 4 qualification in Residential Childcare
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in children’s residential care, including 1 year in a supervisory or deputy role
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and understanding of care regulations
• Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to work flexibly, lead shifts confidently, and stay calm under pressure
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK
• Caring, approachable, and team-focused attitude

What You’ll Get from Us

We value your experience — and we make sure you feel it:

• £16.80 - £17.07 (DOE) per hour + £47.25 per sleep-in
• Refer-a-friend bonus – earn up to £500!
• Blue Light Card – discounts across shops, restaurants & more
• Cashback scheme – dental, optical & physio support
• Free meals on shift – because we eat together, just like a family
• Health Shield – wellbeing, counselling & financial advice
• Excellent training and leadership development from day one
• Full induction & continuous mentoring from experienced leaders

Ready to step into a rewarding leadership role?
If you want to help make a real difference and be part of a supportive, friendly team, hit

• Lead the home in the Registered Manager’s absence, including on-call duties
• Support day-to-day operations, staff supervision, and admin tasks
• Ensure every child has a tailored Care Plan involving them and their family/advocate
• Work closely with social workers and staff to develop and review Care Plans
• Manage staff rotas, assist with recruitment, training, and performance reviews
• Lead team meetings and share updates with the team
• Report accidents, incidents, and safeguarding concerns following Ofsted regulations
• Support children’s education, social activities, and healthy lifestyles
• Help prepare nutritious meals and maintain a clean, homely environment
• Transport children to appointments, school, and leisure activities
• Keep up with health & safety, fire safety, and company policies
• Write reports and contribute to the home’s quality standard