Children's Residential
Deputy Manager
Full-Time | The Beeches UK
A rewarding career where every shift truly matters
THE ROLE AT A GLANCE
Location:The Beeches UK
Hours:40 hours per week (including sleep-ins, weekends, and shifts)
Salary:£36,629 per annum + up to £700 additional pay per month for sleep-in shifts
Sleep-in Pay:Up to £700 per month (dependent on sleep-ins worked)
Shift Pattern:1 day on, 2 days off rotation
Overtime:Paid at time and a quarter (at normal rate) once the minimum 40 hours are worked
ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT MAKING A REAL DIFFERENCE?
We are looking for experienced, caring, and committed Residential Care Workers to join our team full-time at The Beeches UK. This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people in a stable and nurturing home environment — one where they can grow, build confidence, and achieve positive outcomes.
You will play a key role in young people's daily lives, helping them develop independence, resilience, and essential life skills. Experience in childcare or a related setting is preferred, and your knowledge and insight will directly shape the quality of care we provide.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Providing a warm, safe, and supportive environment for young people
- Building positive, trusting relationships that help young people thrive
- Supporting and contributing to individual care plans and daily routines
- Maintaining accurate records, logs, and reports
- Promoting independence, emotional wellbeing, and positive life skills
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Experience:Working with children and young people in a care, education, or support setting is preferred but not essential
- Passion:A genuine, person-centred approach to supporting young people
- Qualification:Level 3 in Children & Young People's Residential Care is essential.
- Driving:Full UK driving licence preferred
- Approach:Positive, resilient, and a collaborative team player who can work flexibly across shifts
WHAT WE OFFER
Build Your Career
- Fully funded Level 5 Leadership & Management enrolment
- Clear career pathways into Registered Manager roles
- Ongoing structured learning and hands-on development
- Opportunities to take on responsibility and grow within the organisation
Feel Supported
- 24/7 access to confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programme
- On-demand GP access
- A strong team culture where everyone supports each other day-to-day
Work That Works for You
- 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), pro rata for part time)
- Birthday Recognition – Celebrating our people on their special day
- Wellbeing days to support staff when needed
- 1 on, 2 off shift pattern with clear, team-based rotas
Be Part of Something Bigger
- Opportunities to take part in international projects, including trips to Tanzania supporting local communities
- A values-led organisation focused on making a genuine difference — socially, not just commercially
The Essentials
- Pension with NEST, with employer contributions
- Access to discounts via Sage Employee Benefits and Blue Light Card
- Employee referral bonus scheme
- Service recognition awards from one year onwards
- On-site parking (where available)
- Relaxed dress code
ABOUT SILVER BIRCH CARE HOLDINGS
Silver Birch Care Holdings is a leading provider of high-quality education, accommodation, care, and support for children and young people aged 8–18 across the UK. Through our family of specialist services — including Silver Birch Care (Residential Services), The Beeches, Benecare, Clover Childcare Services, and our independent specialist schools — we operate more than 60 children's homes and supported living services across London, Peterborough, Northampton, Kent, and Norfolk.
We are proud that Clover Childcare Services is one of only two Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP) Certified Organisations in the UK, reflecting our deep commitment to trauma-informed, attachment-focused care. Working in partnership with over 60 local authorities, we are trusted as a provider of choice to help children and young people overcome obstacles, celebrate achievements, and develop the skills they need to live safe, happy, and successful lives.
SAFEGUARDING
Silver Birch Care Holdings is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of children and young people. Appointments are subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment employment checks in line with Ofsted regulations, including satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service and, where applicable, any international equivalent.
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