Deputy Manager – Residential Children’s Home
Location: Cheadle, ST10
Salary: £38,662–£41,330 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications, plus discretionary monthly management bonus
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week, including evenings, weekends and on-call duties
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of a residential children’s home.
You will help lead a dedicated team, maintain high standards of care and safeguarding, and promote a therapeutic environment that supports children and young people to overcome challenges and achieve positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Registered Manager and deputise in their absence.
- Lead, supervise and develop staff teams.
- Ensure compliance with Ofsted requirements and relevant legislation.
- Promote safeguarding and children’s welfare.
- Oversee staff rotas, care records and regulatory documentation.
- Liaise with social workers, local authorities and other professionals.
- Support inspections, audits and continuous service improvement.
Requirements
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
- Willingness to achieve the Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification.
- Minimum two years’ experience in a Senior or Deputy role within residential childcare.
- Experience managing shifts, rotas and staff supervision.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, Ofsted standards and regulatory compliance.
- Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and discretionary management bonus.
- Employee ownership benefits.
- Length of service and birthday bonuses.
- Refer-a-Friend scheme up to £1,400.
- Free gym membership, Perkbox and wellbeing support.
- Pension scheme and free on-site parking.
- Comprehensive training, funded qualifications and career progression opportunities.
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