Deputy Manager – Children’s Home

Company: Vetro Recruitment
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Location: Cardiff
Job Description:

Job Title

Children’s Home Deputy Manager – Cardiff

Location

Cardiff, Wales

Salary

£37,500 + KPI Bonus

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Children’s Home Deputy Manager to join a supportive, child‑focused residential home in Cardiff. This role is ideal for a motivated leader passionate about making a positive impact on young lives while enjoying a stable, Monday‑Friday working pattern. If you are seeking a rewarding leadership position in children’s residential care with a strong emphasis on work‑life balance, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Registered Manager with daily operations
  • Lead, motivate, and develop the staff team
  • Ensure high standards of safeguarding, care, and compliance
  • Drive positive outcomes for young people
  • Build effective relationships with families and professionals
  • Oversee care plans, audits, and quality assurance processes
  • Support rota planning and staff coordination

Requirements

  • Experience working in a children’s residential home
  • Confident in leading or supervising staff
  • Strong understanding of safeguarding and children’s home regulations
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Level3 Children & Young People qualification (Level5 desirable or willingness to work towards)

Why This Role Is Ideal for You

  • Monday‑Friday structure for better work‑life balance
  • Competitive salary with performance bonus
  • A supportive, friendly culture with autonomy and development opportunities
  • Opportunity to shape a high‑quality children’s service in Cardiff

Equal Opportunities Statement

Vetro is an equal opportunities employer, and decisions are made on merit alone.

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Posted: July 5th, 2026