Deputy Manager Childrens Home
Permanent - Full Time £34,000 - £36,000 / yearJob Overview
Are you an experienced Senior or a Deputy Manager looking for a new direction where your skills and heart can make a real difference?
At Esland, we’d love you to become part of our highly valued group! Apply today for our Children’s Home Deputy Manager position, and start a truly rewarding chapter in your career.
Location: Huddersfield (HD5)
Pay: up to £36,000 a year (depending on qualifications), with sleep nights paid in addition (and enhanced pay for overtime).
Hours: you’ll work 2 days on, 4 days off (including sleep nights), giving you plenty of time to recharge. We’re a year-round service, but your rota will be planned in advance, so you’ll know exactly when you’re working.
About the Home and the Role
Snowdrop House home is a solo service that offers therapeutic placements to young people who would benefit from a smaller setting.
In our focused, child centred placement we can work to tailored and personalised care plans and ensure our young person really feels at home. Our dedicated staff support with everyday life skills, education, social confidence, and fun experiences that help them believe in themselves.
As deputy manager, you will play a key role in leading the team and ensuring the highest standards of care and safeguarding. You will:
- Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home
- Lead, mentor and develop a team of care professionals
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality, therapeutic care (using PACE principles)
- Contribute to assessment planning and progress reviews
- Maintain compliance with regulatory standards and Esland policies
- Build strong relationships with children, families, professionals and external agencies
- Promote a safe, nurturing and empowering environment for young people
What You’ll Love About Working With Us
We believe happy teams create the best care. Here’s how we look after you:
- Clear routes for progression and personal development
- Paid, BILD-accredited induction training to set you up for success
- An employee app offering discounts, medical advice, financial guidance & counselling
- A bonus day off for your birthday 🎂
- A warm, supportive work environment with a genuine family feel
- Access to our beautiful Peak District holiday home—free for our team to use!
- A culture that values fun, support, and work-life balance