Children's Residential Deputy Manager

SeeMeHired; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading therapeutic children’s care provider is seeking a dedicated support professional for young people aged 8-17. This role involves assisting the Registered Manager with home management, leading care planning, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates must have a Level 3 or 4 qualification in the Children’s Workforce and at least 2 years of senior experience in a residential setting. The position offers competitive pay, structured training, and numerous benefits including gym membership and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Paid training & qualifications

Career growth & ongoing support

Structured progression & development plans

Length of Service Holiday Scheme

Long Service Award Voucher

Outstanding service employee award

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Gym membership & healthcare perks

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 3 or 4 qualification in Children & Young People’s Workforce.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a senior role required.
• Must hold a full UK Manual Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in home management tasks.
• Lead care planning and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Promote effective teamwork and manage staff inductions.
• Champion the wellbeing of young people by supporting their choices.

Skills

Experience in senior role within children’s residential setting

Understanding of Children’s Home Regulations

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Compassionate approach

Education

Level 3 or 4 qualification in Children & Young People’s Workforce

NVQ Level 3 or 4 Children and Young Peoples Workforce

Job description

In this role, you will support the Registered Manager in all aspects of home management, taking the lead on shift to delegate tasks and ensure that all records and care plans meet high standards. You'll lead care planning, reviews, and ensure compliance with Children’s Home Regulations. As a mentor and guide, you’ll promote effective teamwork while managing staff inductions, supervisions, and appraisals. You will champion our young people by supporting their choices, encouraging independence, and responding to challenges with compassion and confidence. Additionally, you’ll liaise with professionals and agencies to provide holistic support, manage on‑call duties, and consistently uphold company policies.

Responsibilities

We’re a leading therapeutic children’s care provider in the Northwest, looking for caring, resilient, and passionate individuals to support young people aged 8‑17 from complex backgrounds‑including those with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), high‑risk challenging behaviour, and learning/behavioural challenges. We’re dedicated to delivering consistent, compassionate care that helps young people feel safe, supported, and understood.

Qualifications & Experience

• Level 3 or 4 qualification in Children & Young People’s Workforce (or equivalent)
• At least 2 years’ experience in a senior role within a children’s residential setting
• NVQ Level 3 or 4 Children and Young Peoples Workforce (or equivalent)
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence

You will contribute to Exceptional Care’s ambition to provide outstanding care and transformative support for children and young people. You’ll champion our Company values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Development, Equality.

Location: Skelmersdale | Pay: £15.50/hr + £60 sleep‑in | Shifts: 2 on / 4 off

What’s in it for you?

• Paid training & qualifications in line with policies
• Career growth & ongoing support
• Structured progression & development plans
• Length of Service Holiday Scheme – awarding 1 additional paid day per year up to 3 years
• Long Service Award Voucher – £200 for 2 years, £400 for 5 years and £600 for 10 years
• Outstanding service employee of the year award – £3,000 voucher based award £100
• Refer‑a‑Friend bonus
• Gym membership & healthcare perks (Medicash)
• Employee Assistance Programme