Deputy Manager - Children?s Residential Care Home
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Reading, BerkshireView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£40,000
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
The Deputy Manager helps run a children’s residential care home in Reading, supporting the manager and the team. It’s ideal for someone with child‑care experience who wants to lead and make a difference for the kids.
What you'll need
- Experience working in a children’s residential or care setting
- Ability to lead, motivate and support a team of staff
- Good knowledge of child protection and care regulations
- Strong communication skills with children and adults
- Clear UK DBS (background) check
- Relevant health and social care qualification (e.g., Level 3/4)
How to boost your chances
- Highlight any leadership or supervisory roles on your CV
- Gather references from current or past managers
- Prepare examples of helping children develop emotionally
- Ensure you have a valid DBS check or can obtain one quickly
- Read up on local authority standards for children’s homes
- Practice interview answers about safeguarding and team management
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Job description
Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Care Home Location: Reading Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum Contract: Full Time - Permanent We are looking for a motivated and experienced Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in the daily running of our children's care home. You'll help lead the team, ensure compliance, and directly support the children to thrive emotionally and socially. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior support worker ready to take the next step or an experie…
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Provenance
Source
Adzuna
First seen
10 September 2026
Last checked
10 September 2026
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