Deputy Manager Children's Home

THE ROLE AT A GLANCE

Location: Peterborough

⏰ Hours: 40 hours per week (including sleep-ins, weekends, and shifts)

Salary: £36,629 per annum + up to £700 additional pay per month for sleep-in shifts

Sleep-in Pay: Up to £700 per month (dependent on sleep-ins worked)

⏱ Shift Pattern: 1 day on, 2 days off rotation

Overtime: Paid at time and a quarter (x1.25) once the minimum 40 hours are worked

⚠ Visa Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for UK skilled worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT MAKING A REAL DIFFERENCE?

We are looking for experienced, caring, and committed Residential Care Workers to join our team full-time.This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people in a stable and nurturing home environment — one where they can grow, build confidence, and achieve positive outcomes.

You will play a key role in young people's daily lives, helping them develop independence, resilience, and essential life skills. Experience in childcare or a related setting is preferred, and your knowledge and insight will directly shape the quality of care we provide.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing a warm, safe, and supportive environment for young people
• Building positive, trusting relationships that help young people thrive
• Supporting and contributing to individual care plans and daily routines
• Maintaining accurate records, logs, and reports
• Promoting independence, emotional wellbeing, and positive life skills

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Experience: Working with children and young people in a care, education, or support setting is preferred but not essential
• Passion: A genuine, person-centred approach to supporting young people
• Qualification: Level 3 in Children & Young People's Residential Care is essential. 
• Driving: Full UK driving licence preferred
• Approach: Positive, resilient, and a collaborative team player who can work flexibly across shifts

WHAT WE OFFER

Build Your Career

• Fully funded Level 5 Leadership & Management enrolment
• Clear career pathways into Registered Manager roles
• Ongoing structured learning and hands-on development
• Opportunities to take on responsibility and grow within the organisation