Job Description

Location:

Tottenham, London

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent

Salary:

Competitive, with progression-linked pay reviews

Lead, Learn, and Fast-Track Your Career to Registered Manager

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people while accelerating your career? At Liberi, we're passionate about providing high-quality, therapeutic care that empowers children to overcome challenges and thrive--no matter their past.

We're looking for a driven and compassionate

Deputy Manager

who is ready to grow into a

Registered Manager

role within an accelerated timeframe. This is your opportunity to learn directly from an experienced, supportive Registered Manager while gaining the skills, knowledge, and confidence to step into senior leadership.

About the Home

Our Ofsted-registered residential home in Tottenham provides a safe, stable, and nurturing environment for children and young people. We take a relationship-led, trauma-informed approach--putting the needs of each child at the centre of every decision.

This is a role where you'll have both the support and the structure to succeed, with a clear progression pathway and a team that wants to see you grow.

Your Role

As Deputy Manager, you'll work closely with the Registered Manager to lead a dedicated team and maintain the highest standards of care. You'll be a role model for best practice, a source of guidance for colleagues, and a consistent, trusted figure for the young people we support.

Key responsibilities include:

Leadership & Team Management:

Support the Registered Manager in supervising and developing staff, promoting a positive and inclusive culture.

Care Planning & Implementation:

Oversee personalised care plans, ensuring they meet Ofsted standards and support each child's growth and wellbeing.

Safeguarding & Welfare:

Act as safeguarding lead in the Manager's absence, ensuring the safety of both children and staff.

Compliance & Quality Assurance:

Assist in preparing for inspections, maintaining care standards, and driving continuous improvement.

Professional Development:

Engage fully with a tailored career progression plan designed to prepare you for the Registered Manager role.
Your Fast-Track Progression Plan

We are committed to helping you progress quickly and confidently into a Registered Manager role through:

Initial Training:

Intensive induction covering compliance, HR, safeguarding, budgeting, and all aspects of home management.

Shadowing & Leadership Development:

Work alongside the Registered Manager in decision-making, lead meetings, and manage daily operations.

Advanced Management Training:

Complete a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (if not already held) and attend specialist workshops.

Assessment & Transition:

Final readiness review before applying for the Registered Manager post, with support from Directors and senior leadership.
What You'll Bring

Minimum of 2 years' experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a children's residential setting NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare and willingness to work towards Level 5 (if not already achieved) Strong leadership skills, safeguarding knowledge, and understanding of relevant legislation Motivated, compassionate, resilient, and committed to progressing into senior leadership A genuine passion for supporting young people to achieve their potential
What We Offer

Competitive salary with progression-linked pay reviews Clear, structured career pathway to Registered Manager Specialist management training and one-to-one mentorship Supportive, inclusive team culture with a focus on staff wellbeing Company pension, health benefits, and additional incentives A meaningful role where your work has a lasting impact
Be Part of Something That Matters

This is more than a Deputy Manager role--it's your launchpad into senior leadership, with the support, training, and opportunity to get there fast.

Apply now

with your CV and a cover letter explaining your experience and why you're excited about this opportunity.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Liberi is an equal opportunity employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 32,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Life insurance On-site parking
Experience:

Ofsted supervisory level: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred) DBS on the Update Service (preferred)
Work Location: In person