Deputy Manager - Childrens Residential

Caretech Supplies LLC; Bedford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and optical cashback

24/7 support via CareTech Foundation

Two weeks induction

Diplomas funded

Job summary

Cambian Group in Wem is seeking a Residential Children’s Worker – Deputy Manager to support and deputise for the Registered Manager, lead staff teams, and supervise direct work with children aged 8–18 in a residential setting.

You will help implement care standards, manage safeguarding concerns and work with professionals to achieve the best outcomes, with opportunities for professional growth and a strong induction program.

Qualifications

• NVQ 3 in caring for Children and Young People (or equivalent).
• Understanding of Ofsted framework (SCCIF).
• 12 months experience working in a residential setting with young people with challenging behaviour including supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of the Children Act and other relevant legislation.
• Team Building Skills
• Supervision Skills
• Ability to manage teams effectively
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to motivate and enthuse staff
• A Full UK driving licence is required due to the location and nature of the role

Responsibilities

• Assign a key worker to each young person and ensure placement plans are implemented.
• Ensure staff are aware of each child’s placement plan and responsibilities.
• Attend childcare reviews and planning meetings to improve outcomes.
• Undertake direct work with young people and act as a role model.
• Assist in developing systems for consulting with young people about care quality.
• Deputise for the Registered Manager and support on staffing and duties.
• Contribute to changes with frontline staff to improve services and standards.
• Support on and off rota to ensure adequate staffing.
• Ensure resources are allocated and financial records are maintained.

Skills

Team Building

Supervision

Staff motivation

Organisation

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ 3 in Caring for Children and Young People

Job description

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Deputy Manager - £32,843.20 to £34,340.80 + (£3,000 annual average for sleep ins)

Extraordinary Days Every Day

At Cambian Group, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a Deputy Manager, based within Wem, every moment you spend with our young people (ages 8–18) helps them feel safe, valued and supported.

A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters.

Main Purpose of the Job:

To assist the manager in achieving the aims and objectives of the statement of purpose. To deputise in the absence of the registered manager. To support and manage the staff to enable them to meet the needs of the children and young people. To undertake direct work with children and young people as appropriate. To be the responsible person in managing child protection concerns and complaints. To work in partnership with other professionals to achieve optimum outcomes for young people. To offer supervisions and support to senior staff in line with care quality standards and Children’s Homes Regulations 2015.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• You’ll be ensuring that each young person has an allocated key worker
• Ensuring that each member of staff is aware of each child’s placement plan and their responsibilities for its implementation
• Attending childcare reviews and planning meetings to provide information and achieve best outcomes for young people
• Undertaking direct work with young people and acting as an appropriate role model
• Assist in developing systems in which young people are consulted about the quality of care they receive
• To assist the Registered Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of Purpose
• Contribute to the devising, implementing and evaluation of changes with the involvement of front line staff to continually improve services, systems and standards, in conjunction with the Registered Manager and the Senior Management team
• To deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager
• To support on and off the rota to ensure adequate staffing according to the needs of young people
• To ensure that resources are allocated appropriately and financial records are accurately maintained

New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people’s records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role.

Qualifications/Experience/Requirements

• NVQ 3 in caring for Children and Young People (or equivalent)
• Understanding of Ofsted framework (SCCIF)
• 12 months experience working in a residential setting with young people with challenging behaviour including supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of the Children Act and other relevant legislation
• Team Building Skills
• Supervision Skills
• Ability to manage teams effectively
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to motivate and enthuse staff
• A Full UK driving licence is required do to the location and nature of the role

Why Join Us?

• Exclusive discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.)
• Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after two years
• 24/7 support: Helpline and hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation
• A Welcoming Home: Work in a comfortable and well-designed space
• Expert Training: Two weeks of fully funded induction
• Career Growth: Fully Funded Diplomas (Levels 3-5) and clear pathways for promotion
• Supportive Team: Work with people who care as much as you do

Your Next Step

This isn’t just a job – it’s a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time.

Safeguarding Statement

Caretech 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.