Deputy Residential Manager – Children’s Care Home

JR United Kingdom; Hartlepool; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in children's care is seeking a Deputy Residential Manager in Hartlepool. This role involves managing daily operations, supporting young people with social and emotional needs, and ensuring a safe and motivating environment. Candidates should have relevant childcare qualifications and supervisory experience, with opportunities for progression and a range of benefits.

Benefits

Attendance allowance up to £1,400/year

£1,000 Welcome Bonus (post-probation)

£1,000 Loyalty Bonus (after 12 months)

7 weeks’ holiday

Flexible benefits

Employee assistance and wellbeing tools

Medical cover reimbursements

Meals provided during shifts

Modern working environments

Referral scheme with £1,000 bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in residential childcare.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Full UK driving license held for at least 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily operations.
• Support the team and uphold high standards.
• Promote security and motivation for staff and young people.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Support for young people

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (England)

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management

Job description

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Deputy Residential Manager – Children’s Care Home, Hartlepool

Client: Witherslack Group

Location: Hartlepool

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 10

Posted: 25.05.2025

Expiry Date: 09.07.2025

Job Description:

Salary: £42,741 - £49,319 assuming good attendance

Working in our Children’s Homes means being part of a young person’s daily life, supporting them through highs and lows. As a Deputy Manager, you will ensure the home environment promotes security, safety, and motivation for both staff and young people. Challenges will arise, but so will moments of small victories that feel huge.

Our homes support young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs, aiming for the best outcomes through a holistic, multidisciplinary approach involving psychologists, occupational therapists, and other clinical team members, providing a comprehensive SEND service.

What you contribute:

Assist in managing daily operations, support the team, and uphold high standards to help young people reclaim their childhood and develop into well-rounded adults. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in residential childcare, including supervisory experience, is required.

What we offer:

• Salary: Base salary of £41,341 - £47,919
• Bonuses: Attendance allowance up to £1,400/year, £1,000 Welcome Bonus (post-probation), £1,000 Loyalty Bonus (after 12 months)
• Training: Full 4-week induction on our Care Academy
• Holiday: 7 weeks’ holiday
• Progression: Many managers promoted from within
• Flexible benefits: Adjust holiday, pension, and life insurance options
• Wellbeing: Employee assistance and wellbeing tools
• Medical cover: Reimbursements for opticians, dentists, and discounts
• Meals: Provided during shifts
• Facilities: Modern working environments
• Referral scheme: £1,000 bonus per successful referral

Our values:

We celebrate diversity and encourage everyone to bring their whole self to work. Our workforce reflects the diverse backgrounds of our young people, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We seek a committed leader with a passion for making a difference.

Requirements:

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (England)
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (desirable)
• Full UK driving license held for at least 12 months

Join us:

The Witherslack Group is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and online search. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all community sections.

For more details, please see our full job description and person specification [here].

To view our ex-offenders policy, please [click here].

Keywords: Children’s Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Care Worker, Career in Care, Working with Children, SEMH