Deputy Manager
CV-LibraryHigh Wycombe, BuckinghamshirepermanentPosted: 25 June 2026
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G&S Path to Progression is an Ofsted-regulated provider of children's residential homes and supported accommodation for young people aged 5–17. We are looking for an experienced Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality, child-centred care.
Key Responsibilities
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Support the day-to-day running of the home.
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Lead, supervise and develop the staff team.
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Promote safeguarding and ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations, Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
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Oversee care plans, risk assessments and records.
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Build positive relationships with children, families and professionals.
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Participate in the on-call rota and deputise for the Registered Manager when required.
Essential Requirements
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Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
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Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (or willingness to complete).
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Minimum 3 years' experience in a children's residential setting.
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Experience supervising staff.
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Good knowledge of safeguarding and Children's Homes Regulations 2015.
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Enhanced DBS and the right to work in the UK.
Desirable
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Full UK Driving Licence.
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Previous Deputy Manager experience.
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Experience with Ofsted inspections and therapeutic care approaches
G&S Path to Progression is an Ofsted-regulated provider of children's residential homes and supported accommodation for young people aged 5–17. We are looking for an experienced Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality, child-centred care.
Key Responsibilities
*
Support the day-to-day running of the home.
*
Lead, supervise and develop the staff team.
*
Promote safeguarding and ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations, Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
*
Oversee care plans, risk assessments and records.
*
Build positive relationships with children, families and professionals.
*
Participate in the on-call rota and deputise for the Registered Manager when required.
Essential Requirements
*
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
*
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (or willingness to complete).
*
Minimum 3 years' experience in a children's residential setting.
*
Experience supervising staff.
*
Good knowledge of safeguarding and Children's Homes Regulations 2015.
*
Enhanced DBS and the right to work in the UK.
Desirable
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Full UK Driving Licence.
*
Previous Deputy Manager experience.
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Experience with Ofsted inspections and therapeutic care approaches