Deputy Manager in a Children's Home

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

Job summary

A leading children's care provider in Oldham is seeking a Deputy Manager to lead a team in a new residential home for children with emotional and behavioral difficulties. The role requires experience in residential care and strong leadership skills to ensure exceptional care outcomes. Competitive salary and opportunities for career progression are offered, along with comprehensive training and benefits.

Benefits

Career Progression Pathway

Comprehensive Induction & Ongoing Training

Health & Wellbeing Benefits

Generous Annual Leave

Company Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s 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.

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

Experience in a Deputy or Senior RSW role

Understanding of safeguarding and legislation

Strong communication skills

IT skills

Full UK Driving Licence

Fluent in English

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce

Job description

Overview

Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home
Location: Oldham - OL4
Provision: Children’s 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: £38,600 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.

What We’re Looking For

• Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s 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.

Call Sam: 01423 393 019

Email: [e-mail]

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.