Deputy Manager - Children's Residential

Deputy Manager (Children's Residential) Salary: £37,000 - £40,000

Location:

Market Drayton Setting: 3-bed EBD Home Working Pattern: 2 on / 4 off rolling rota (including weekends and sleep-ins) Job Description We are looking for a dedicated and motivated Deputy Manager to join a 3-bed children’s home supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a difference and ready to support the Registered Manager in delivering outstanding care.

You’ll be an integral part of the leadership team, helping to ensure a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where children can thrive and staff feel empowered.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home Provide direct care and lead by example in line with care plans Supervise and mentor care staff to ensure high standards of practice Support the delivery of safeguarding and behavioural strategies Contribute to staff rotas, supervision, and shift planning Liaise with families, professionals, and external agencies Participate in inspections and help maintain regulatory compliance Promote a culture of continuous improvement, consistency, and care Candidate Requirements Level 3 diploma in Children’s Residential Care (Level 5 desirable or willingness to work toward) Experience in a children’s residential setting is essential Strong leadership potential

• ideal for someone stepping into their first management role Full UK driving licence required
• home vehicle use included (mostly manual transmission) Working Pattern Rota: 2 days on / 4 days off rolling pattern Contracted
  
  Hours:
  
  169 hours per month Sleep-ins:
  Average of 7–10 per month Shift pattern covers 7 days per week on a rotating 6-week schedule What We Offer Permanent contracts with optional temp-to-perm or interim pathways Paid induction week, including Proactive Approaches training (restraint) Held in Stoke-on-Trent
• accommodation provided for travel over 1 hour 15 mins Shadow shifts to help settle into the home Enrolment in Level 5 diploma and Management Development Programme Strong internal promotion culture
• all roles advertised internally No uniforms
• just appropriate, comfortable clothing Career progression opportunities across the organisation Click Apply Now to send your CV, or contact Belle Doswell directly for a chat:
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