Job Description

Deputy (Trainee) Manager - OFSTED Registered Children's Home

36,000-48,000

Glenfield, Leicester (LE3) | Full-time | Permanent

Elmdale Care is growing.

As a new and ambitious children's residential care provider, we're proud to be developing our second children's home -- a

beautiful, detached 4-bedroom property

in a peaceful area of

Glenfield, Leicester

, offering a

high-quality, nurturing environment

for up to

three children with emotional and behavioural needs (EBD).

This role is ideal for someone

ready to step into leadership

and looking to

grow into a Registered Manager role

. You'll be joining at a pivotal stage and will be instrumental in helping shape the home's culture, systems, and child-centred practice from the very beginning.

About the Role:

As Deputy or Trainee Manager, you'll support the Registered Manager in the daily running of the home and contribute to building a safe, structured, and caring environment. You'll work closely with a

full-time Responsible Individual (RI)

and be supported through a structured

in-house training programme over 6-12 months

that prepares you for home leadership.

This is a genuine opportunity to step into a

Registered Manager position

over time, with the full backing of a supportive and experienced senior team.

What You'll Get:

36,000-48,000

starting salary

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Residential Childcare) if not already obtained

Structured development plan

with in-house mentoring over 6-12 months Up to 30 days annual leave Private medical insurance Company pension Reward and recognition bonuses Health & wellbeing programme Staff events and team incentives Free on-site parking Joining bonus and/or relocation support (discussed at interview)

What We're Looking For:

Experience in children's residential care (Senior RCW/Team Leader, or Deputy level) Child-focused, therapeutic mindset with strong safeguarding knowledge Either holds or is willing to work towards

Level 5 Diploma (must already have Level 3 Diploma).

Strong values, emotional resilience, and a desire to grow Confidence and initiative to contribute to a

new, modern home

from the ground up

About Elmdale Care:

We are a values-led, forward-thinking provider committed to building

modern, well-run homes

where children feel safe, respected, and able to thrive. With

two homes in development

and a strong leadership structure already in place, now is the perfect time to join us and shape something special.

If you're looking for a leadership role with meaning, growth, and purpose -- we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 36,000.00-48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Employee discount Flexitime Free parking Private medical insurance Relocation assistance
Experience:

Working in children's residential: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Drivers Licence (preferred) Level 3 and/or Level 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 0060