At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a children's residential home, supporting young people with EBD/SEMH needs.
- Company: Dynamic children's residential care provider in Stockport.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career progression, and a mix of hands-on and administrative work.
- Other info: Opportunity for genuine progression to Registered Manager role.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and experience in children's care.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
Deputy Manager – Children's Residential Home (5-Bed) – Stockport
Salary: £38,000–£42,000
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, a mix of shift-based care work and administrative/office days
We are recruiting a Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in leading a 5-bed children's residential home in the Stockport area, working with young people with EBD/SEMH needs. This role combines hands-on shift work with administrative responsibilities, offering a varied week and genuine progression towards a Registered Manager position.
Key responsibilities:
- Supporting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day operational running of the home
- Deputising in the Registered Manager's absence, including out-of-hours on-call cover where required
- Supervising and mentoring care staff, supporting their development and performance
- Contributing to care planning, risk assessments, and Ofsted compliance
- Balancing direct shift work with young people alongside office-based administrative duties
- Supporting recruitment, rota management, and staff training
What we’re looking for:
- A minimum of a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, with willingness to work towards Level 5
- Experience working within children’s residential care, ideally in a senior or team leader capacity
- Good understanding of safeguarding, SEMH/EBD needs, and relevant regulatory frameworks
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Full UK driving licence (desirable)
If this role sounds of interest, please apply with an up to date CV and contact details. I look forward to hearing from you.
Deputy Manager (Residential Childcare) in Stockport employer: Belmont Recruitment
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