Deputy Care Manager

Additional Resources; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established child-focused organisation in the United Kingdom is looking for a Deputy Children's Care Manager to oversee the home's operations and guide the care team in delivering high-quality, tailored support to young individuals. Candidates should have at least 2 years' experience in supported housing along with a relevant Level 3 qualification. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £30,000 - £34,000 and a chance to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a supported housing or children's residential setting.
• 1 year of supervisory experience within a care environment.
• Experience supporting vulnerable young people with diverse and complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Registered Manager with operational oversight.
• Contribute to care planning and reviews.
• Support colleagues in delivering tailored care.

Skills

Supervisory skills

IT proficiency

Attention to detail

Understanding of safeguarding principles

Education

Level 3 qualification (e.g., QCF/NVQ)

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 Manager, Home Manager, Care Practitioner, Therapeutic Practitioner, Childcare Practitioner, Assistant Home Manager, Assistant Care Manager or in a similar role.
• Previous experience of 2 years in a supported housing or children's residential setting.
• Supervisory background of 1 year within a care environment.
• Experience supporting vulnerable young people with diverse and complex needs.
• A relevant Level 3 qualification (e.g., QCF/NVQ) with a willingness to progress to Level 5.
• Knowledge of safeguarding principles and supported accommodation practice.
• Familiarity with relevant legislation and quality standards within children's social care.
• IT proficiency and strong attention to detail.
• Full, clean driving licence.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Deputy Manager to step into a meaningful role and make a real impact.