Deputy Manager | Children's Residential Home

S.N.G Healthcare Group LTD; Crewe; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Temp-to-perm or interim pathways

Paid induction week with restraint培训

Induction in Stoke-on-Trent with accom

Shadow shifts

Enrolment onto Level 5 Diploma

Management Development Programme

Internal promotion opportunities

All roles advertised internally

No uniform – smart clothing

Make a difference in lives of children

No sponsorship required

Job summary

S.N.G Healthcare Group LTD is seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager for a 3-bed Children's Residential Home in Telford. You will lead the care team, oversee day-to-day operations and ensure safe, high-quality support for young people with EBD.

This permanent role offers a competitive salary and a clear path for professional development, including Level 5 Leadership training and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care is required.
• Level 5 qualification desirable or willingness to work towards it.
• Experience in a Children's Residential Home is essential.
• Strong leadership ability to motivate and support a care team.
• Experience with EBD or complex needs.
• Understanding safeguarding and child protection policies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of the home and ensure high-quality care.
• Lead by example and support the care team to deliver consistent, safe practice.
• Collaborate with families, social workers and external professionals to secure positive outcomes.

Skills

Leadership skills

Safeguarding

Communication

Organisational skills

Sleep-in duties

Driving licence

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care

Level 5 Leadership/Management (desirable)

Job description

Deputy Manager | Children's Residential Home

Location: Madeley
Salary: £33,000 – £34,000 per year
Hours: Full-time, permanent
Shifts: 2 on / 4 off rolling rota, including weekends and sleep-ins
Shift Times: In line with the needs of the service, covering 7 days per week

About the Role:

We are looking for a dedicated and motivated Deputy Manager to join a 3-bed Children's Residential Home in Telford, supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior or Deputy Manager, or someone with strong leadership potential who is ready to take their first step into a management position.

Working closely with the Registered Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring children receive safe, consistent and high-quality care. You will lead by example, support the care team and help create a nurturing and supportive environment where young people can achieve positive outcomes.

Requirements:

• Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care required
• Level 5 qualification desirable, or willingness to work towards this
• Previous experience working within a Children's Residential Home is essential
• Strong leadership potential and the ability to motivate and support a care team
• Experience supporting children and young people with EBD or complex needs
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection and promoting children's welfare
• Ability to support the implementation of care plans and behavioural strategies
• Ability to supervise and mentor staff effectively
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with families, social workers and external professionals
• Willingness to participate in sleep-in duties
• Full UK driving licence required
• Comfortable driving a home vehicle, predominantly manual transmission
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK without sponsorship

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £33,000 – £34,000 per year
• Permanent contract
• Optional temp-to-perm or interim pathways
• Paid induction week, including Proactive Approaches restraint training
• Induction held in Stoke-on-Trent, with accommodation provided for candidates travelling over 1 hour 15 minutes
• Shadow shifts to support you when settling into the home
• Enrolment onto Level 5 Diploma
• Management Development Programme
• Strong internal promotion and career progression opportunities
• All roles advertised internally
• No uniform – smart, comfortable clothing
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK without s p o n s o r s h i p

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