Deputy Care Manager

Additional Resources Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established child-focused organisation in the UK is seeking a dedicated Deputy Children’s Care Manager to support the home's operations and guide the care team. The ideal candidate will ensure tailored, high-quality support for young people and contribute to care planning. This full-time role offers a competitive salary ranging from £30,000 to £34,000, with the opportunity to develop team members in a safe and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Deputy Manager or similar role in a childcare setting.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and health & safety regulations.
• Ability to guide and mentor team members.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Registered Manager with operational oversight.
• Contribute to care planning and deliver tailored support.
• Encourage constructive relationships among staff and young people.
• Lead shifts and ensure effective communication during handovers.
• Oversee recruitment and development of new staff.
• Ensure adherence to financial and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Operational oversight

Care planning

Individualised care

Relationship building

Team leadership

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Deputy Children’s Care Manager to a well-established child-focused organisation that provides a safe, supportive environment for growth and learning.

As a Deputy Manager, you will be supporting the overall running of the home, guiding the care team, and ensuring every young person receives tailored, high-quality support.

This full-time role offers a salary range of £30,000 - £34,000and benefits.

You Will Be Responsible For:

• Assisting the Registered Manager with day-to-day operational oversight.
• Contributing to care planning and reviewing the evolving needs of young people.
• Supporting colleagues to deliver proactive, individualised care.
• Encouraging constructive relationships between young people, staff, and families.
• Leading shifts and ensuring smooth, informative handovers.
• Overseeing induction, mentoring, and development of new team members.
• Upholding financial and administrative processes in line with organisational guidelines.
• Ensuring all regulatory documentation is accurate, compliant, and ready for inspection.
• Carrying out risk assessments in line with safeguarding and health & safety requirements.

What We Are Looking For:

• Previously worked as a Deputy Manager, Deputy Home Manager, Assistant Manager, Childcare Manager, Care Manager, Deputy care ...