Deputy Manager - Children's Services

Leaders in Care; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK seeks a Senior Shift Leader to manage a children's residential home. You'll ensure young people receive excellent care, feel safe, and gain independence. The role requires at least NVQ level 3 in health and social care and 2+ years’ leadership experience in residential care. Attractive benefits include weekly pay, free accommodation, and great overtime rates.

Benefits

Free accommodation

Free travel

Great overtime rates - double pay

Long-term secure contract

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ leadership experience in residential care.
• Must hold NVQ level 3 in health and social care or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
• Support, supervise and motivate staff.
• Work closely with young people, families, colleagues and external agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Childcare experience

Team management

Education

NVQ level 3 in health and social care or equivalent

Job description

Deputy Manager | £38 P/H | Free Accommodation | Free Travel | Outside IR35 | Channel Islands

Senior Shift Leader / Deputy Manager

We’re looking for a Senior Shift Leader to help run a children’s residential home that supports medium- to long-term placements. You’ll make sure young people receive high-quality care, feel safe, and are supported to become more independent. The Secure Children’s Home supports up to 6 children and young people on Secure Accommodation or Youth Detention Orders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the team to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
• Support, supervise and motivate staff.
• Work closely with young people, families, colleagues and external agencies.
• Help with service planning and organisational development.
• Assist with recruitment, training, supervision and performance management.
• Ensure staff follow safeguarding, child protection, equality and health & safety policies.
• Keep the home safe, organised and well-maintained.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Free accommodation and travel
• Great overtime rates - double pay
• Long-term secure contract

Requirements

• At least an NVQ level 3 in health and social care or equivalent
• At least 2 years’ leadership experience in residential

For more information, contact Chris at [e-mail] call 07897 024978.