Deputy Manager

Sgscare; England; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free getaways with UK holiday homes

Blue Light Card

Cycle to Work scheme

Casual dress

Meals provided on shift

Bank holiday bonus

Free on-site parking

Employee support programme

No agency staff used

Job summary

Sgscare in Shropshire is recruiting a Deputy Home Manager to support the Home Manager in running three solo occupancy children’s homes. You will deputise in the Home Manager’s absence, manage resources, lead staff teams in behaviour management, and ensure high‑quality residential care and education practices.

Predominantly Monday to Friday office hours with a rota of at least four shifts including sleep-ins; on-call duties are part of the role.

Qualifications

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) is required.
• Minimum 1 year as a Senior Residential Care Worker is expected.
• Full UK manual driving licence and access to your own transport.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager in running three solo occupancy children’s homes in Shropshire.
• Lead staff teams in behaviour management and safeguarding.
• Ensure high-quality residential care and education practices are maintained.

Skills

Behaviour management

Team leadership

Safeguarding

Outdoor activities

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

Job Title: Deputy Home Manager
Location: Shropshire

Salary: £36,712 per annum + £1,200 per annum car allowance (pay uplift pending)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Hours / Shift Pattern: Predominantly Monday to Friday office hours, with a minimum of 4 shifts including sleep‑ins (rota’d in advance)

Service: Children’s Home
Service Users: Solo occupancy homes supporting young people
Qualifications Required: NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
Experience Required: Minimum 1 year as a Senior Residential Care Worker

The Home: Our client is recruiting a Deputy Home Manager to support the Home Manager in the running of three solo occupancy homes in Shropshire. You will take responsibility for the management of the resource as a whole, deputise in the Home Manager’s absence, and ensure the homes exceed Quality Standards. You will adopt a multi‑skilled approach that meets the needs of young people and the home, lead staff teams in behaviour management, and ensure high-quality residential care and education practice is maintained. You will also form part of the on‑call manager rota.

Number of homes: Three solo occupancy homes

Ofsted rating: All Learning Disabilities homes rated GOOD or OUTSTANDING

Who we are looking for: A passionate and skilled Deputy Home Manager who is confident leading teams, experienced in behaviour management, and committed to safeguarding and child protection. You must hold a full UK manual driving licence, have access to your own transport, and be able to complete sleep‑in duties. A keen interest in outdoor education is advantageous, and recognised outdoor activity qualifications may result in a salary increase.

Why this home & company: Every day is different and every day matters. Our client promotes respect, dignity and inclusion, creating a purpose-driven environment where young people are encouraged to engage in outdoor education and meaningful experiences.

Progression: Clear development route to Senior, Deputy or Manager roles

Training / qualifications: Fully paid induction (2+ weeks) and support to achieve QCF Level 3 and beyond. Access to a Training Hub with 800 CPD accredited care‑sector subjects

Benefits:

• FREE getaways with access to 5 UK holiday homes (Borth, Tenby, Morecambe, Ayr and Clarach Bay)


• Blue Light Card


• Cycle to Work scheme


• Casual dress


• Meals provided while on shift


• Bank holiday bonus (time and a half including New Year’s Eve)


• Free on‑site parking


• Access to employee support, health and wellbeing programme


• No agency staff used

Sponsorship is not available.