Deputy Residential Childrens Manager

Service Care Solutions Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care solution provider is seeking a passionate Children's Residential Deputy Manager for a well-established children's home in Warrington. In this full-time role, you will lead by example, ensuring high standards of care and fostering a nurturing environment for children. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience, alongside a commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

Benefits

20% pay enhancement Monday–Friday evenings

30% pay enhancement weekends evenings

Comprehensive training and development

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a social care setting.
• Strong understanding of the needs and behaviours of young people.
• Experience supervising or managing a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the children's home.
• Ensure high standards of care in accordance with Ofsted regulations.
• Support and guide a team of residential care staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Calm approach

Flexible approach

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People

Diploma in Social Care

NVQ Level 4 or QCF Level 5 in Care/Management

Job description

? Children's Residential Deputy Manager – Warrington ?
Apply today: [e-mail]

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Children's Residential Deputy Manager to join a well-established 2-bed children's home in Warrington. We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and child-focused individual to support the Registered Manager in delivering outstanding care and creating a safe, supportive environment for the young people in our service.

? About the Role:

• Full-time, 37 hours per week on a rota basis (including weekends and sleep-in duties).
  
  
• Play a key role in the day-to-day leadership of the home.
  
  
• Provide guidance and support to a team of residential care staff.
  
  
• Ensure the service meets the highest standards of care in line with Ofsted regulations.
  
  
• Foster a nurturing and therapeutic environment for young people to thrive.
  
  

? Additional Benefits:

• 20% enhancements Monday–Friday (7pm–11pm)
  
  
• 30% enhancements Saturday & Sunday evenings (7pm–11pm)
  
  
• Comprehensive training and development package
  
  
• Easily commutable from Greater Manchester, Cheshire, and Merseyside
  
  

? Essential Requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People / Diploma in Social Care
  
  
• Current First Aid, Fire Safety, and Team Teach (or similar) certificates
  
  
• Experience working with children in a social care setting
  
  
• Sound understanding of the needs and behaviours of young people
  
  
• Experience supervising or managing staff
  
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  
  
• Calm, flexible, and reflective approach to working with young people
  
  
• Committed to safeguarding and professional standards
  
  
• Willing to work unsociable hours and complete sleep-ins on a rota basis
  
  

? Desirable:

• NVQ Level 4 or QCF Level 5 in Care/Management
  
  
• Understanding of performance and budget management
  
  
• Full UK Driving Licence
  
  

If you’re ready to take the next step in your residential care career and help shape a nurturing, high-quality environment for young people, we want to hear from you.

? To apply, please email your CV to:
[e-mail]