Deputy Manager

Sgscare; Salford; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts at major retailers

Health benefits (dental, optics)

24/7 helpline

Structured induction and funded diplos

Job summary

Sgscare seeks a Deputy Manager for a Children's Home in Salford. You will supervise shifts, support young people aged 8–18 with daily routines, meals, and activities, and ensure high standards of care. The role includes safeguarding, record-keeping and liaison with the wider team to deliver consistent support.

Join a newly opening home with opportunities to shape the team culture from the ground up. Two weeks induction and funded diplomas (Level 3–5) are provided, with progression pathways in a

Qualifications

• Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification or relevant experience.
• Experience in residential childcare is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily routines and school preparation.
• Create a warm, homely environment and build positive relationships.
• Plan and join activities (parks, film nights, crafts, holidays) and assist with health and records.

Skills

Empathy

Active listening

Patience

Education

Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification

Job description

Job Title

Deputy Manager – Children's Residential

Location

Salford, Greater Manchester

Salary

Approx. £33,700 per annum (based on 160 hours per month plus 11 sleep-ins)

Hourly Rate

£15.49 per hour

Working Hours / Shift Pattern

24-hour shifts, starting and finishing at 10am (including an overnight sleep), followed by two days off. 10 or 11 shifts per month, 40 hours per week.

Employment Type

Permanent

Sleep-ins

One sleep-in per 24-hour shift, paid at £30 per sleep

Service

Children's Home

Service Users

Young people aged 8–18

Qualifications Required

Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare and/or relevant experience

Experience Required

Experience in residential childcare

The Role

As Deputy Manager, you will support young people with their daily routines, including getting ready for school, preparing for mealtimes and planning activities. You will help create a warm, homely environment, build strong and meaningful relationships, and provide emotional support. You will plan and join in with activities such as park trips, film nights, creative projects and holidays, support young people with personal hygiene sessions, bedroom upkeep and health appointments, and keep essential records to ensure the best possible care. Above all, you will be a positive role model.

The Home

A detached, well‑decorated home with a large front and back garden and parks close by. The home is currently closed while our client recruits a full staff team before opening to referrals, giving you a unique opportunity to help shape the home from the very start. Existing team members are currently gaining experience in other homes before coming together as one team, so everyone will bring fresh learning with them.

Number of beds

2 (dual home, with 2 staff on shift each day)

Who we are looking for

Someone warm, patient, a great listener and an encourager, focused on achieving positive outcomes for others.

Future plans

The home will open to referrals once a full staff team is in place.

Why this home & company

This is a rare chance to be part of a new home from the ground up, building the team, culture and environment together, with support from colleagues who care as much as you do.

Progression

Clear pathways for promotion.

Training / qualifications

Two weeks of fully funded induction, plus fully funded Diplomas from Level 3 to Level 5.

Benefits

• Exclusive discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S and more)
• Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after two years
• 24/7 helpline and access to hardship grants through our client's charitable foundation
• A comfortable, well‑designed working environment

Ethos

Helping young people feel safe, valued and supported, with every small interaction building trust and shaping futures.

Culture

A supportive team that comes together for each other and for the young people in their care.

Safeguarding

Our client is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years, plus all roles involving vulnerable groups. Our client is a Disability Confident Leader.

Sponsorship is not available.

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

Salary breakdown: (£15.49 × 160 hrs = £2,478.40) + (11 × £30 = £330) = £2,808.40 per month × 12 = £33,700.80 per year.