Package Description: We're offering a rare and rewarding opportunity to step into a leadership role within our brand-new, not-for-profit Children's Residential Homes in East Dorset. This is a needs-led service specifically supporting children with complex needs designed to create a nurturing, safe, and empowering environment for every young person in our care. We're now seeking a compassionate, experienced, and motivated Deputy Manager to join us from the beginning helping shape the culture, build the team, and establish high standards from day one. This role will be working across 2 homes in Wimborne and Three Legged Cross in Dorset.

Why Join Us?

At Agincare, we are a family-run organisation that puts people first both the children we care for and the staff who support them. We are proud of our values, our commitment to excellence, and our close-knit, supportive work culture.

Your Role as Deputy Manager

Reporting to the Registered Manager, you will play a key leadership role in the daily operations of the home.

Responsibilities

- Support and supervise a team of Senior and Support Workers
- Deliver and maintain high standards of care, safeguarding, and support
- Lead on care planning, risk management, and regulatory compliance
- Promote a child-centred, therapeutic approach to behaviour and development
- Take full responsibility for the home in the absence of the Registered Manager
- Build solid working relationships with families, professionals, and external agencies
- Help create a warm, stable, and structured environment that enables every child to thrive
- Undertake on call duties to support the home

About You

You’ll be a confident and resilient leader with a passion for making a difference in children’s lives.

Requirements

- Experience working in a children’s residential or specialist care setting
- A strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and relevant legislation




- Knowledge of Health & Social Care standards for Children and Young People
- NVQ Level 3 (or higher) in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People)
- Experience supporting children with complex emotional, behavioural, and learning needs
- The ability to lead, support and inspire a team to deliver exceptional care
- A full UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle

What you’ll receive

- NEST pension scheme
- Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000*
- Blue Light Discount package
- Early On Demand Pay
- Career development pathways and training so you could be our next Registered Manager
- Staff recognition and appreciation schemes

About Agincare

We're a family-run business that's been caring and supporting people since 1986. With over 4,000 team members and more than 100 care locations across England, we're one of the UK's largest and most trusted care providers. Our services include children's homes, adult care & nursing homes, supported living, extra care, home care, and live-in support. We are proud signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and actively support care leavers to live independently. Care leavers are encouraged to apply and will be offered a guaranteed interview or informal conversation about opportunities at Agincare. All of our adult services are regulated by our children's homes by Ofsted. Please note: This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All convictions, cautions, reprimands, and warnings (including those regarded as spent) must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules. This role is also subject to enhanced DBS checks and comprehensive vetting procedures in line with safer recruitment standards. We believe in building teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Equal opportunities are at the heart of everything we do. If you're ready to help build something truly meaningful and lead with compassion, commitment, and care we'd love to hear from you.

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