Deputy Manager - Children's Residential (Outdoor Activity & Intervention Service)
Location: Bishops Castle
Salary: £35,000 - £37,000 per annum
Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm
Driving Licence: Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle - essential
Qualification: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare - essential

Leader Recruitment Group are working with a specialist provider to recruit a Deputy Manager for an innovative short-term intervention service that supports children and young people through outdoor therapeutic activities.

This service offers a structured 12-week programme designed to help young people overcome challenges, rebuild confidence, and develop life skills in an outdoor environment.

The Role:

As Deputy Manager, you will:

• Support the Service Manager to ensure a high standard of care

• Lead a team in delivering structured and adventurous activities

• Provide a safe, nurturing environment for children aged 8-18

• Act as a positive role model and mentor

• Contribute to therapeutic care plans and individual outcomes

Activities offered include mountain biking, kayaking, rock climbing, paddle boarding, and more. The service operates in both rural and outdoor settings, with a strong focus on building resilience and trust.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary

• The Real Living Wage as a minimum

• Fully funded training and qualifications (care and outdoor activities)

• Enhanced pay for qualifications and experience

• Free meals on shift

• 28 days annual leave

• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

• Life assurance and pension scheme

• Enhanced DBS check paid for by the employer

Requirements:

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

• Minimum of 1 year's experience in a senior role within a children's residential setting

• Willingness to work in physically active, outdoor settings

• Strong leadership skills and a commitment to providing therapeutic care

• Health and Social Care qualifications are not accepted for this role

If you are a motivated, compassionate professional looking to combine leadership and outdoor work in a meaningful role, we'd love to hear from you.

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