Deputy Manager (Children's Home)

Birtenshaw; Bolton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated children's care organization in Bolton is seeking an experienced Children’s Home Deputy Manager to lead a team in providing support for disabled children. This role involves managing teams, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, and promoting the welfare of children. The starting salary is £29,540 per annum, rising upon qualification. Benefits include competitive pay, a 30-day holiday, and paid training. Commitment to safeguarding is essential and applications close on 16/01/2026.

Benefits

Free Enhanced DBS check

Competitive pay scale

30 days holiday

Paid-for training

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience managing and supervising teams of support workers.
• Ability to promote welfare and protection of children.
• Knowledge of assessment and intervention methods.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise a team of support workers.
• Deputise for Home managers and Registered Managers.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and policies.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Experience with disabled children

Knowledge of relevant legislation

Education

Relevant Level 4 qualification

Job description

Overview

Birtenshaw is looking to recruit an experienced Children’s Home Deputy Manager who is passionate about supporting disabled children. You will be working in a team based in one of our Children's Homes, supporting up to 4 children with Autistic Spectrum Condition, learning disability and/or complex health needs.

Main Duties

• Manage and supervise a team of support workers / senior support workers.
• Deputise for Home managers and Registered Manager’s within one or more home or service within the organisation.
• Promote the welfare of children, young people and young adults to ensure they are protected from harm.
• Ensure and demonstrate compliance with relevant legislation and organisational policies in the service you work.
• Provide a responsive service using appropriate methods of assessment and intervention within relevant statutory and company requirements.

Hours and Working Conditions

37 hours per week on a rota basis, subject to the needs of the Company. This includes weekends and bank holidays. You may also be required to ‘sleep‑in’ from time to time; you will be notified in advance and an additional payment will be made.

Salary

Starting salary will be £29,540 per annum, rising to £33,760 per annum upon completion of probationary period and completion of a relevant Level 4 qualification.

Why Work for Birtenshaw?

The Birtenshaw staff team is highly committed and dedicated to transforming the lives of disabled people. You will work with colleagues who are resilient, energetic, caring and who enjoy their roles. There are clear career opportunities for advancement within a growing organisation that puts service users at the heart of all we do.

Benefits

• Free Enhanced DBS check
• Competitive pay scale with opportunities for additional overtime
• Pay increase on completion of relevant qualification or if already have a relevant qualification upon completion of probationary period
• Additional payments for additional responsibilities up to £2,100 per annum
• Enhanced overtime rate
• Enhanced pay over Christmas and New Year
• 30 days holiday including public holidays
• Paid-for training and qualifications
• Staff Recognition Schemes – employee of the month, refer a friend, long service plus nominations for national awards
• Staff Council – a forum in which staff from all sections of the organisation can suggest and initiate change
• Salary Protection Scheme in the event of longer‑term absence from work due to illness or injury (contracted staff)
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to a 24‑hour advice line offering support on a range of life and work, money and family issues and 24 hour medical support including online GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support and counselling (contracted staff)
• Discount schemes for local and national shops and services

Commitments and Safeguarding

All employees are required to implement Birtenshaw Group policies and procedures to ensure the health, safety and general welfare of children and adults. The Birtenshaw Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all service users and expects all employees to share and uphold this commitment.

Pre‑employment checks include satisfactory references, pre‑employment medical, proof of right to work in the UK, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and other relevant checks.

Closing Date

Closing Date: 16/01/2026 at 9am

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