Deputy Care Manager

Deputy Care Manager

New Year, New Career — Become a Deputy Manager in Children’s Residential Care. At Spark Of Genius, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures. Furthermore as a Deputy Manager every moment you spend with our young people helps them feel safe, valued and supported.

Location:

Balfron, Glasgow

Contract:

Full Time
Role Type:
Permanent
Working hours per week: 40
Salary: £41,849 per annum
Closing Date:
Wednesday 28 January 2026

• Supervise and mentor Senior Support Workers and their teams
• Ensure our children receive the highest level of support
• Support home manager with updates and reports, responsible in Home Manager’s absence
• Promote individuality – not a "one size fits all" approach, for residents and staff
• Monitor staff to provide development & training where required
• Promote a warm, homely environment and ensure all staff adopt this approach
• Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support for residents and staff alike
• Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects

• Competitive rates of pay with enviable sleep‑in payments
• £500 Welcome Bonus on completion of successful probation period
• £1000 Refer A Friend scheme
• Support to progress within the company
• PVG cost covered by company
• A genuine home from home with a friendly team

• Minimum of 2 years in a similar role within children's residential care
• Related qualifications: SVQ 4/SQF 9 Social Services (Children and Young People) and HNC in Social Care/Academic equivalent or working towards SVQ 4 Social Services (Children and Young People)
• Manual UK driving licence is essential
• Wide knowledge of the behaviours displayed by children and young people and an understanding of a myriad of intervention strategies
• Knowledge of the Policy and Procedures in relation to residential child care
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and written
• Working knowledge of legislation in relation to child care including National Care Standards, Children (Scotland) Act 1989, GIRFEC

Care Tech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS/PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.