Deputy Manager - Residential Care
YMCA Robin Hood Group
Selby, North Yorkshire
Salary
£35,000
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
The Deputy Manager helps run a residential care home for children with complex needs. You will support staff, keep routines steady and make sure each child feels safe. The role suits calm, reliable people who enjoy working with young people and leading a team.
What you'll need
- Experience working in residential or youth care settings
- Relevant qualification such as NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care or equivalent
- Ability to lead and support a team of care staff
- Good communication and listening skills
- Willingness to undergo a DBS (background) check
How to boost your chances
- Highlight any experience with children who have learning disabilities or autism on your CV
- Mention any leadership or team‑supervising roles you have held
- Make sure you have a current DBS check or can arrange one quickly
- Research YMCA values and be ready to show how you match them
- Prepare examples of staying calm and consistent in challenging situations
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Job description
We're not looking for heroes. Heroes turn up, save the day and leave. The children who live with us need something much rarer. They need adults who stay. Adults who keep showing up, even when trust takes time. Adults who remain calm when emotions run high. Adults who understand that sometimes the most important thing you can offer a child is consistency. The children who live in our homes have experienced significant challenges in their lives. Some have learning disabilities, autism, or complex…
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Adzuna
First seen
24 August 2026
Last checked
24 August 2026
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