Deputy Children's Home Manager - Whitchurch (SY13)

Position: Deputy Manager – Children's Residential

Location: Whitchurch, Shropshire (SY13)

Salary: £15.45 - £16.05 per hour (L5 Qualified: £15.95 - £16.55 per hour)

Hours: 39 hours per week, including long days & sleep‑ins

Requirements:

• Full UK Manual Driving Licence with vehicle access (essential)

Responsibilities:

• Support the Registered Manager in overall facility management, including staff management, care and administrative duties.
• Contribute to and implement care plans, participate in reviews and other meetings, and ensure documentation is updated when appropriate.
• Facilitate day‑to‑day staff supervision, monitoring and support.
• Assist in recruitment, training and supervision of care staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
• Oversee assessment, care planning and implementation for residents, ensuring individual needs and preferences are met.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of care, identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes.
• Maintain accurate records, including resident files, staff rosters and financial documents.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations and company policies, promoting a safe and supportive environment.
• Participate in regular meetings and training sessions, contributing to continuous professional development of the team.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a similar role within healthcare or social care sector.
• Relevant qualification (NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Children and Young People).
• Strong leadership and communication skills, ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Excellent organisational and time‑management abilities, keen attention to detail.
• Compassionate and caring attitude towards residents, families and colleagues.
• IT proficiency, including experience with care management systems.

Benefits:

• Annual leave – 5.6 weeks inclusive of 8 public holidays.
• DBS check paid – Enhanced DBS and renewals fully covered.
• Career development – QCF qualifications, professional growth opportunities.
• Fair and competitive pay – Real Living Wage Employer with transparent pay scales.
• Blue Light Card – access to discounts at High Street retailers and other offerings.
• Referral bonus – £500 when a referred candidate successfully joins and completes probation.
• Employee Assistance Program – confidential support for well‑being.
• Circle – hub for wellbeing, engagement and discounts.
• NEST Pension Scheme – match up to 3% contribution.
• Long‑service awards.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – up to 42% savings on a new bike and accessories.
• Full induction and introductory programme – paid comprehensive onboarding.

Additional Information:

• The role supports the Armed Forces Covenant – a commitment to welcoming service personnel, veterans and military families.
• All applicants must be over 18.