Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Care

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Care
Up to £34,500 + £60 per sleep-in + L5 Funded + Blue Light Card

Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Permanent | Full-Time

Are you a Senior or Deputy Manager looking to step up and make a real impact?

Do you thrive in environments where teamwork, compassion, and development are at the heart of what you do?

Want to join one of the UK's most established and supportive providers of children's residential care?

Then this could be for you.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading, national provider of children's residential services - known for its commitment to high-quality care, staff wellbeing, and professional growth. You'll be joining a well-resourced organisation that genuinely invests in its homes and people, with clear pathways for career development up to Registered Manager and beyond.

Whether you're an experienced Deputy or a confident Senior ready to take that next step, this role offers a chance to lead from the front, support a dedicated team, and make a lasting difference in young people's lives.

What's in it for you?

Competitive salary starting from £29,600+ per annum
Career progression opportunities - structured routes to Registered Manager
Fully funded Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare
Clear development pathways and succession planning within a national network
Full induction programme and paid training from day one
Regular supervision and appraisals to support your professional growth
28 days annual leave
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - 24/7 emotional and practical support
Exclusive staff discount platform for retail, travel, and lifestyle savings
Blue Light Card eligibility
Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme
Free Enhanced DBS check

About the Organisation

This is a long-established, nationwide provider of children's residential care with homes and services across the UK. The organisation is guided by its values of Excellence, Passion, Integrity, and Caring, with a focus on creating safe, nurturing, and inspiring environments for both children and staff.

You'll be joining a company that believes its people are its greatest strength. Every home is supported by experienced regional teams, offering guidance, stability, and consistent leadership. Staff are encouraged to develop, innovate, and progress through a variety of in-house training programmes and funded qualifications.

A culture built on teamwork, respect, and wellbeing means you'll always be supported to be at your best, because when their people thrive, so do the children in their care.

About the Role

Support the Registered Manager in the overall leadership and day-to-day running of the home
Lead and motivate the team to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed care
Take responsibility in the absence of the Registered Manager
Oversee care plans, keyworking, and daily operations to ensure compliance and consistency
Contribute to the development of a safe, supportive, and structured home environment
Uphold the organisation's values and model professional conduct at all times
Support with staff recruitment, training, and supervision
Work collaboratively with professionals, families, and stakeholders
Participate in the on-call rota as part of the leadership team

Requirements

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
Minimum 2 years' experience within children's residential care
Previous leadership or senior experience (e.g., Senior Support Worker, Team Leader, or Deputy)
Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding, and children's legislation
Passionate about promoting positive outcomes for children and young people
Confident communicator and hands-on team player
Ability to work flexibly, including shifts, weekends, and sleep-ins

Interested?

If you're ready to lead a new service with autonomy, support, and meaningful progression, I'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or send your CV referencing the job title and location to:

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