Deputy Manager Children's Home

SGS Care; Wigan; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established care provider is seeking a Deputy Manager for their Children's Residential Home in Leigh. This role requires leading a team to provide high-quality care for children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties. Ideal candidates should possess a Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young Peoples Workforce and relevant management experience. The position offers career progression, comprehensive training, and generous leave. Join us in making a positive impact on young people's lives.

Benefits

Career Progression Pathway

Comprehensive Induction & Ongoing Training

Health & Wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships

Generous Annual Leave

Company Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a Deputy Assistant Manager or Senior RSW role within residential childcare.
• Understanding of safeguarding legislation and leadership within a care home environment.
• Full UK Driving Licence (Manual Essential).
• Fluent in English with strong communication and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support your team in delivering exceptional person‑centred care.
• Support with recruitment, rota management, supervisions and audits.
• Work closely with education and therapeutic professionals to deliver holistic care.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, professionals and regulatory bodies.
• Promote a culture of high expectations and continuous development.

Skills

Environmental Safety

Food Technology

Customer Service

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young Peoples Workforce (or equivalent)

Job description

Deputy Manager Childrens Residential Home

Location: Leigh

Provision: Childrens Residential Home (Ages 7‑17 EBD & Mild Learning Difficulties) – This is a New Home for an Established Provider

Hours: 48 hours per week, days only rolling rota (you will manage the rota including your own shifts) – Sleep will be required

Salary: 38600 per annum

About the Role

Are you an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker or Deputy Manager ready to step up and lead a high‑quality team?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well‑established values‑led organisation that delivers care, education and therapy to children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Mild Learning Difficulties (MLD).

You’ll work closely with an experienced Registered Manager helping to shape a safe supportive environment and lead your team in delivering exceptional outcomes for children and young people.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young Peoples Workforce (or equivalent)
• Experience in a Deputy Assistant Manager or Senior RSW role within residential childcare
• Understanding of safeguarding legislation and leadership within a care home environment
• Full UK Driving Licence (Manual Essential)
• Fluent in English with strong communication and IT skills

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support your team in delivering exceptional person‑centred care
• Support with recruitment, rota management, supervisions and audits
• Work closely with education and therapeutic professionals to deliver holistic care
• Build strong relationships with children, families, professionals and regulatory bodies
• Promote a culture of high expectations and continuous development

Why Join This Organisation

• Career Progression Pathway – Fully funded route to Level 5 Leadership & Management and beyond
• Comprehensive Induction & Ongoing Training led by multidisciplinary experts
• Health & Wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships
• Generous Annual Leave: 270 hours including public holidays plus extra leave for long service
• Company Pension Scheme supporting your long‑term security

About the Organisation

This provider operates between 12 children’s homes and offers integrated education, therapeutic and residential care services. With a strong Ofsted Good track record, they’re expanding services to meet the needs of both EBD and LD children and care leavers.

The culture is built on compassion, development and ambition with a clear focus on positive outcomes and staff support.

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives and ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you!

Click Apply now or contact us for more details.

Applicant Contact

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SGS Care and our client are equal opportunity employers committed to safeguarding children. Successful candidates will undergo Enhanced DBS checks and thorough reference checks in line with Safer Recruitment practices.

Required Experience

Manager

Key Skills

• Environmental Safety
• Food Technology
• Customer Service
• Christmas Temporary
• ABAP
• BI

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1