16/02/2026
We are recruiting!
Deputy Manager
Balby, Doncaster | £32,240 | Full-time (40hrs) | Rota + On-call
Virtue Health Services Ltd is growing, and we’re looking for an experienced Deputy Manager to help lead our nurturing, values-led children’s home supporting young people with Autism, Learning Disabilities, and complex needs.
What you’ll do:
• Support the Registered Manager in daily operations
• Lead safeguarding and risk management
• Supervise and develop staff
• Oversee rotas and ensure safe staffing
• Maintain high-quality, child-centred care
• Support audits, care planning and Ofsted/Reg 44 readiness
What you’ll need:
• 2+ years in an Ofsted-registered children’s home
(Senior/Team Leader/Deputy)
• Strong safeguarding knowledge
• Experience supporting children with ASD, LD and complex
needs
• Confidence leading teams and challenging poor practice
• Level 3 Residential Childcare (essential)
Desirable: Level 4/5, DSL experience, electronic care system knowledge.
We’re looking for someone who is: Child-centred, resilient, professional, organised and committed to high standards.
What we offer: Supportive leadership, ongoing development, and the chance to make a real impact in a values-driven organisation.
Enhanced DBS & safer recruitment checks apply.
If you have the skills that we are looking for, please email us at hr@virtuehealthservicesltd.co.uk for an application pack.