Deputy Care Manager. Job in Market Drayton Education & Training Jobs

Work Lyf Group Ltd; Market Drayton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care service provider in the UK is looking for a passionate Deputy Care Manager to join their Outstanding therapeutic care service. In this full-time role, you will support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality care and maintain a safe environment for young people. Ideal candidates will have QCF/NVQ Level 3 in Child Care, at least 2 years of experience, and a commitment to trauma-informed care. Competitive salary along with sleep-in payments available.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Career development support

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a similar residential or therapeutic setting.
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle.
• A deep commitment to safeguarding and trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities

• Deputise for the Registered Manager ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Support the delivery of a high-quality therapeutic care setting.
• Monitor and review care practices to maintain excellence.
• Provide leadership and guidance to staff, fostering a supportive team culture.
• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Officer.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding

Child Care

Team Support

Education

QCF/NVQ Level 3 in Child Care

Job description

Deputy care Manager

• Location: SY13 North Shropshire
• Working Pattern: Full Time, shifts with office hours (Plus on calls and sleep ins as required)
• Salary : £34,148 - £37,252 per annum dependant on experience
• Sleep-in Payments: Additional £65 per night

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Care Manager to join an Ofsted-rated Outstanding therapeutic care service supporting young females and males. This is a rewarding role for a passionate and experienced professional ready to make a real difference.

About the Deputy Care Manager Role

As Deputy Care Manager, you ll work closely with the Registered Manager to lead a dedicated team and uphold the highest standards of care. You ll help shape a safe, nurturing, and trauma-informed environment that supports the emotional, social, and educational development of the young people in our care.

Key Responsibilities of the Deputy Care Manager:

• Deputise for the Registered Manager when required, ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Support the delivery of a high-quality therapeutic care setting.
• Monitor and review care practices to maintain excellence.
• Provide leadership and guidance to staff, fostering a supportive team culture.
• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Officer, promoting safety and wellbeing for children, staff, and families.
• Offer flexible cover and support across the service when needed.

What We re Looking for in a Deputy Care Manager

• QCF/NVQ Level 3 (or above) in Child Care.
• Minimum 2 years experience in a similar residential or therapeutic setting.
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle.
• A deep commitment to safeguarding and trauma-informed care.

Why Join Us as Deputy Care Manager?

• Competitive salary package, plus sleep-in payments.
• Career development support and training opportunities.
• Work with a provider whose homes are consistently rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
• Be part of a values-led culture that prioritises quality care and staff wellbeing.

Work Lyf Group is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.