Deputy Care Manager

CareTech Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care organization in Preston is seeking a Deputy Care Manager to support the home manager and ensure a smooth service operation. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years experience in residential care and a Level 3 qualification in Children's Residential Care. You will supervise staff, build strong relationships with children, and promote an inclusive environment. Competitive pay, including sleeping allowances and a £500 welcome bonus, are offered. This role is a chance to change lives for the better.

Benefits

£500 Welcome Bonus

Competitive rates of pay

£1000 Refer A Friend scheme

Support to progress within the company

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in a similar role within children's residential care.
• Manual UK driving license is essential.
• Reporting skills for Home Manager and SMT.

Responsibilities

• Support the home manager in ensuring the smooth running of the service.
• Supervise and mentor Senior Support Workers.
• Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience of supervising a team

Warm, patient, and a great listener

Ability to cover shifts flexibly

Education

Level 3 qualification in Children's Residential / Health & Social Care

Job description

Deputy Care Manager

Location: Cottam, Preston

Pay: £36,167 per annum PLUS £78.30 per sleep‑in

Extraordinary Days Every Day

New Year, New Career — Become a Deputy Manager in Children’s Residential Care

At ROC Northwest, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures. Furthermore as a Deputy Manager every moment you spend with our young people helps them feel safe, valued and supported.

A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters.

What You’ll Do

As a Deputy Manager you will support the home manager in ensuring the smooth running of the service and its staff.

• Supervise and mentor Senior Support Workers and their teams
• Ensure our children receive the highest level of support
• Support home manager with updates and reports, responsible in Home Manager's absence
• Promote individuality NOT a "one size fits all" approach, for residents and staff
• Monitor staff to provide development & training where required
• Promote a warm, homely environment and ensuring all staff adopt this approach
• Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support for residents and staff alike
• Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects

A Little About This Home

Lavender is specially adapted to meet the needs of children with complex needs who require support to fulfil their potential. We offer a therapeutic and holistic experience to ensure all children’s needs are met. We have a diverse staff team who understand trauma and how this can impact children and their development.

We understand that children’s childhoods may differ, but in Lavender our aim is to be an inclusive home, that encompasses individuality, inclusivity and inspire all children to dream big and believe anything is possible!!

We have a purpose built sensory room, a home gym and well being suite. Each child will have access to communal spaces within the home, and their own en-suite bedroom, which we encourage them to personalise to their tastes. We also have the opportunity to partner up with a local holding farm, where children can help care for the animals and take horse riding lessons or walk the donkeys around the land.

Who Are You

We're looking for people who genuinely care and want to make that difference. Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others. Taking pride in knowing you are helping to shape someone's life for the better.

• You’ll have a minimum of 2 years in a similar role within children's residential
• Level 3 qualification in Children's Residential / Health & Social Care – Children and Young People
• Manual UK driving licence is essential
• Experience of supervising a team of Support Workers
• Reporting skills for Home Manager and SMT
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and written
• Ability to cover shifts flexibly

Why Join Us?

• Competitive rates of pay with enviable sleep‑in payments
• £500 Welcome Bonus on completion of successful probation period
• £1000 Refer A Friend scheme
• Support to progress within the company
• Enhanced DBS cost covered by company
• A genuine home from home with a friendly team

Safeguarding Statement

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

Your Next Step

Simply use the Apply Now button and we will be in touch with you soon

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!