Childrens Residential Deputy Manager

CareTech; Saltash; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A children's support organization based in Saltash is seeking a Deputy Manager to support young people with their daily routines and ensure effective shift planning. The ideal candidate should be warm, patient, and dedicated to achieving outcomes for the children. This role offers generous salary along with exclusive discounts, health benefits, and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Exclusive discounts at major retailers

Health benefits after two years

24/7 support

Fully funded induction training

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in a residential setting.
• Understanding of child care and safeguarding protocols.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with their daily routines.
• Plan shifts and ensure smooth running when on duty.
• Work in partnership with parents and professionals.

Skills

Warm and patient

Listening skills

Encouraging behavior

Job description

Children's Residential Deputy Manager

Location: Saltash
Contract: Full Time
Role Type: Permanent
Working hours per week: 40
Salary: £16.00 per hour plus £30 sleep in rate
Closing Date: Saturday 15 November 2025

What You’ll Do

• Support young people with their daily routines; getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.
• Develop a management style that balances the need to exercise control and give direction with the need to offer staff the opportunity to take decisions.
• Take responsibility for planning shifts and ensuring their smooth running when on duty.
• Take a leading role to ensure that each member of staff is aware of each child’s placement plan and their responsibilities for its implementation.
• Attend childcare reviews and planning meetings to provide information and achieve best outcomes for young people.
• Undertake direct work with young people and act as an appropriate role model.
• Work in partnership with parents, carers and other professionals to safeguard and promote the welfare of young people.
• Develop in consultation with young people and staff routines in relation to all aspects of child care.

Who You Are

Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others.

Why Join Us

• Exclusive discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.)
• Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after two years
• 24/7 support: Helpline and hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation
• A Welcoming Home: Work in a comfortable and well-designed space
• Expert Training: Two weeks of fully funded induction
• Career Growth: Fully Funded Diplomas (Levels 3-5) and clear pathways for promotion
• Supportive Team: Work with people who care as much as you do

Your Next Step

This isn’t just a job - it’s a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time.
Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today!

Safeguarding Statement

Caretech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.

Job Description

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