At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Registered Manager in providing a nurturing home for young people with learning difficulties.
- Company: Established children's residential provider with a strong Ofsted track record.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, gym discounts, and generous holiday allowance.
- Other info: Clear progression opportunities with fully funded training and supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while developing your career in care.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce and relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 37800 - 37800 £ per year.
Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home (LD) – Seghill Provision 3-bed Ofsted-regulated children’s home supporting young people with LD.
Location: Seghill
Young People Supported: Children and young people aged 6–17 with learning difficulties.
The Role: As Deputy Manager, you’ll support the Registered Manager to deliver a safe, stable, nurturing home where young people can thrive. You’ll help lead the staff team, embed high standards of care and safeguarding, and ensure quality is consistent day-to-day. You’ll also take responsibility for the staff rota (including your own shifts), alongside supporting supervision, practice development, and compliance with regulations and care standards.
Base Salary: £37,800 per annum. Sleeps: Occasionally, sleeps may be required, only if necessary due to on-shift staff being on Annual Leave (AL) or sick. Sleeps are paid at £52 on top of the base salary. A maximum of 4 to 6 sleeps are allowed.
The Provider: This is an established children’s residential provider with 5–10 homes in the group, offering:
- Residential care
- Educational support
- Therapeutic services
They have a strong Ofsted track record, achieving Good across all provisions, and are continuing to grow across LD, EBD and care leaver services. Their ethos is centred on achieving the best outcomes for children through a consistent, nurturing and supportive environment.
Progression and Development: This role offers clear progression, including:
- Fully funded pathway to Level 5 Leadership and Management
- A structured programme of skills development and career progression
- Ongoing support working alongside an experienced Registered Manager
Benefits Package:
- Excellent health and wellbeing benefits
- Discounted gym memberships
- Company pension contribution
- Holiday: 270 hours inclusive of public holidays, with additional leave for continuous service
Induction and Training:
- Induction: A comprehensive induction supported by multi-disciplinary professionals, including education specialists, therapists, and assessment leads.
- Training: Fully funded development pathway to Level 5, plus ongoing training and development opportunities to support your progression.
Requirements:
- Qualifications: Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce (or equivalent)
- Experience: Previous experience as a Deputy/Assistant Manager, or Senior Residential Support Worker within residential childcare
- Driving Licence: Full, valid UK manual driving licence
- Communication: Strong written and verbal English
- IT Skills: Confident with IT and willing to develop further
- Knowledge: Strong understanding of safeguarding, residential childcare legislation, and confidence supervising care teams
SGS Care and our client are equal opportunities employers and are committed to safeguarding and safer recruitment. The successful candidate will be subject to relevant checks, including an Enhanced DBS (and equivalents where applicable), and professional and personal references.
