Deputy Residential Childrens Manager

Service Care Solutions; Warrington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a passionate Children's Residential Deputy Manager to oversee a 2-bed children's home in Warrington. The role involves supporting the Registered Manager and ensuring the highest standards of care. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in social care, relevant certifications, and a commitment to maintaining a nurturing environment for children.

Benefits

20% pay enhancement Mon-Fri (7pm-11pm)

30% pay enhancement weekends (7pm-11pm)

Comprehensive training and development package

Qualifications

• Experienced in a social care setting, especially with children.
• Certificates in First Aid, Fire Safety, Team Teach preferred.
• Knowledge of child behavior and needs, with a calm and flexible approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations in the children's home.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and care standards.
• Guide and support residential care staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Crisis Management

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People

NVQ Level 4 or QCF Level 5 in Care/Management

Job description

Children's Residential Deputy Manager – Warrington ?
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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:
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Job Info

Job Title:

Deputy Residential Childrens Manager

Company:

Service Care Solutions

Location:

Warrington, Cheshire

Posted:

Closes:

Jul 7th 2025

Sector:

Social Care

Contract:

Contract

Hours:

Full Time

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