Description
Become an Eslander and take the next step in a truly rewarding career. At Esland, we are passionate about changing children’s lives for the better through exceptional, specialist residential care. We are now seeking a Deputy Manager to join our dedicated and growing team. This key leadership role will work closely with the Registered Manager to shape the home’s culture, support and develop staff, and ensure the highest standards of care are consistently delivered. You will play a vital part in creating a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment where children with EBD, trauma, and complex needs can thrive and achieve positive outcomes. Our teams are made up of committed “professional parents” who go above and beyond every day, and our homes provide the structure, support, and warmth children need to succeed. If you’re an experienced practitioner ready to step into leadership, or a current Deputy Manager looking for a fresh challenge, this is your opportunity to make a real and lasting difference.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years experience within a Residential Children’s Home (within the last 5 years)
- Minimum of 12 months supervisory experience in a children’s residential care home
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
- Full driving licence issued in the UK
- Full right to work in the UK with no restrictions
- In‑depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations, expectations and best practice
- Values in line with Esland’s, such as taking a therapeutic, person‑centred approach to childcare
- Age 21 or above (due to industry regulations)
Benefits
- The salary is between £34,000–£39,000, plus sleep‑ins paid at £60 each (average 8 sleep‑ins per month). Salary depends on qualifications.
- Enrolment into Esland pension scheme
- 248 hours annual leave per year
- Opportunities to pick up extra shifts / overtime at enhanced rate
- Bank holidays paid at time and a half
- Comprehensive, paid induction training and ongoing training within the role
- Excellent career development opportunities; 50 colleagues promoted last year
- Cycle to work scheme
- £500 bonus via ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme
- Monthly recognition awards
- Casual dress code
- Access to big‑brand deals and discounts via E‑Together employee benefits scheme
- Food available whilst on shift
- Day off for your birthday (in addition to holiday entitlement)
- Holiday home in the Peak District for free stay (company)
- Free parking
- Opportunity to make a real difference to a child’s life
Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company will cover the costs). All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland.
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