Deputy Manager

Sgs-Care-Ltd; Adbaston; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals during shifts

Flexible scheduling

Employee discounts

Blue Light Card

Gym membership

Job summary

SGS-Care-Ltd is seeking a Deputy Children's Manager for a residential children’s home in Adbaston. You will lead care practices, deputise for the Registered Manager and oversee staff performance while ensuring safeguarding compliance and positive outcomes for children.

The role requires 2 years in residential childcare with supervisory experience, Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (Level 5 desirable), and flexibility for sleep-ins and weekends.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent; willing to complete Level 5 Leadership & Management.
• Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification desirable.
• 2 years in residential childcare with supervisory/management experience.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge, trauma-informed practice and regulatory understanding.
• Excellent team leadership, organisation and delegation with clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead care practices and deputise for the Registered Manager.
• Oversee staff supervision, development and performance.
• Ensure safeguarding and regulatory compliance.
• Direct work with children to promote positive outcomes.
• Plan shifts, allocate resources, maintain day-to-day operations.
• Support development and implementation of care and therapeutic plans.
• Collaborate with external professionals to secure outcomes.

Skills

Team leadership

Organisation

Delegation

Written & verbal communication

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 5 Leadership & Management (desirable)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Job Title: Deputy Children's Manager

Location: Adbaston, Stafford, ST20

Salary: £41,036.49 – £41,651.39 per annum

Working Hours / Shift Pattern: 2:4 shift pattern with sleep-ins, including weekends

Employment Type: Full time

Sleep-ins: Required as part of the shift pattern

Service: Residential Children's Home

Service Users: Children and young people with complex needs

Qualifications Required: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), with a willingness and ability to complete the Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification. Level 5 already held is desirable.

Experience Required: 2 years in residential childcare, including at least 1 year in a supervisory or management role in residential children's care

Your Role

Lead care practices in the home and deputise for the Registered Manager.

Oversee staff supervision, development and performance.

Ensure compliance with safeguarding protocols and regulatory requirements.

Work directly with children to promote positive relationships and outcomes.

Plan shifts, allocate resources and maintain smooth day-to-day operations.

Support the development and implementation of individual care and therapeutic plans.

Collaborate with external professionals to secure the best outcomes for young people.

Promote an inclusive, nurturing and stable home environment.

Who we are looking for

An excellent understanding of child development, trauma-informed practice and safeguarding, alongside sound knowledge of the regulations and legal frameworks governing residential care.

Proven team leadership, organisation and delegation skills, with strong written and verbal communication.

Resilience, adaptability and the ability to work under pressure, with flexibility to work shifts including weekends and sleep-ins.

Confident use of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and a full UK driving licence.

A genuine commitment to ongoing professional development.

Experience of managing staff performance and leading team development is desirable.

Who you will be working for

Company type/size: Established in 2007, our client is a values-led provider with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality residential services to children and young people with complex needs.

Number of homes: 17, operating across the North West, West Midlands and North Wales.

Other services: Three specialist service areas — Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), Specialist Therapeutic Care, and Supported Accommodation.

Why this home & company

Progression: Genuine progression opportunities and on-the-job learning.

Training / qualifications: Ongoing training and development, including support to complete the Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification.

Benefits:

Competitive salary, paid time off, flexible scheduling options, free meals during shifts, employee discounts, Perks Card, Blue Light Card, gym membership/wellness programmes, wellbeing scheme, Employee Assistance Scheme, referral bonus, casual dress, bereavement leave, long service awards, increases to annual leave with service, staff celebration events and a company employee app.

Ethos:

A passionate, values-driven organisation that puts children and young people at the heart of everything it does, delivering therapeutic care that helps young people thrive.

Culture:

Rooted in compassion, collaboration and a commitment to excellence — an inclusive, supportive environment built on integrity, respect, open communication and a culture of recognition, where every team member is valued and encouraged to grow.

Sponsorship is not available.

Please note: our client reserves the right to pre‑screen and interview whilst the advert is open, and to close it before the advertised deadline of 14/09/2026 in the event of a high number of applications. Early applications are advised.

For more information or to book a confidential chat, please contact: [e-mail].u k