Deputy Manager

Job Title: Deputy Children's Manager

Location: Adbaston, Stafford, ST20

Salary: £41,036.49 – £41,651.39 per annum

Working Hours / Shift Pattern: 2:4 shift pattern with sleep-ins, including weekends

Employment Type: Full time

Sleep-ins: Required as part of the shift pattern

Service: Residential Children's Home

Service Users: Children and young people with complex needs

Qualifications Required: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), with a willingness and ability to complete the Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification. Level 5 already held is desirable.

Experience Required: 2 years in residential childcare, including at least 1 year in a supervisory or management role in residential children's care

Your Role

Lead care practices in the home and deputise for the Registered Manager.

Oversee staff supervision, development and performance.

Ensure compliance with safeguarding protocols and regulatory requirements.

Work directly with children to promote positive relationships and outcomes.

Plan shifts, allocate resources and maintain smooth day-to-day operations.

Support the development and implementation of individual care and therapeutic plans.

Collaborate with external professionals to secure the best outcomes for young people.

Promote an inclusive, nurturing and stable home environment.

Who we are looking for

An excellent understanding of child development, trauma-informed practice and safeguarding, alongside sound knowledge of the regulations and legal frameworks governing residential care.

Proven team leadership, organisation and delegation skills, with strong written and verbal communication.

Resilience, adaptability and the ability to work under pressure, with flexibility to work shifts including weekends and sleep-ins.

Confident use of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and a full UK driving licence.

A genuine commitment to ongoing professional development.

Experience of managing staff performance and leading team development is desirable.

Who you will be working for

Company type/size: Established in 2007, our client is a values-led provider with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality residential services to children and young people with complex needs.

Number of homes: 17, operating across the North West, West Midlands and North Wales.

Other services: Three specialist service areas — Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), Specialist Therapeutic Care, and Supported Accommodation.

Why this home & company ✨

Progression: Genuine progression opportunities and on-the-job learning.

Training / qualifications: Ongoing training and development, including support to complete the Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification.

Benefits: Competitive salary, paid time off, flexible scheduling options, free meals during shifts, employee discounts, Perks Card, Blue Light Card, gym membership/wellness programmes, wellbeing scheme, Employee Assistance Scheme, referral bonus, casual dress, bereavement leave, long service awards, increases to annual leave with service, staff celebration events and a company employee app.

Ethos: A passionate, values-driven organisation that puts children and young people at the heart of everything it does, delivering therapeutic care that helps young people thrive.

Culture: Rooted in compassion, collaboration and a commitment to excellence — an inclusive, supportive environment built on integrity, respect, open communication and a culture of recognition, where every team member is valued and encouraged to grow.

Sponsorship is not available.

Please note: our client reserves the right to pre-screen and interview whilst the advert is open, and to close it before the advertised deadline of 14/09/2026 in the event of a high number of applications. Early applications are advised.

How to apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client's dedicated team, apply today.
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