Deputy Manager

Job Title: Residential Children’s Deputy Manager
Location: Moston, Greater Manchester

Salary: £42,491.20 per annum (including 11 sleep-ins per month)
Hourly Rate: £15.49 per hour
Working Hours / Shift Pattern: 40 hours per week
Employment Type: Permanent
Sleep-ins: Up to 11 sleep-ins per month

Service: Children's Home
Service Users: Young people aged 8–18 with complex needs
Qualifications Required: Fully funded Level 3–5 qualifications available
Experience Required: Experience not essential; passion for supporting children and young people is key

The Home:

Number of beds: Not provided

Ofsted rating: Not provided

Who we are looking for:

Our client is looking for a warm, patient and caring Deputy Manager who is passionate about helping children and young people achieve positive outcomes.

You will be a strong listener, an encourager and someone who can build meaningful relationships with young people whilst maintaining appropriate boundaries and promoting independence.

Who you will be working for:

Our client is a large children's care provider supporting vulnerable children and young people across the UK.

Company type/size: Large national provider

Future plans:

Our client offers clear career progression pathways and long-term development opportunities for ambitious individuals looking to build a career within children's residential care.

Why this home & company:

This home provides a nurturing environment where young people are supported to develop independence skills, overcome barriers and prepare for adulthood.

The team operates like a family, supporting one another to provide consistent, high-quality care. Staff work together to ensure children feel safe, valued, loved and supported whilst maintaining clear expectations and boundaries.

Progression:

Clear progression pathways into senior and management positions.

Training / qualifications:

Fully funded two-week induction programme.

Fully funded Level 3, Level 4 and Level 5 qualifications.

Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

Benefits:

• 💷 £15.49 per hour

• 🏡 Permanent position

• 🛍️ Exclusive discounts at major retailers including ASDA, Tesco and M&S

• 🦷 Health benefits including dental and optical cashback after two years

• ☎️ 24/7 employee support helpline

• ❤️ Access to hardship grants through the CareTech Foundation

• 🏠 Comfortable and well-designed working environment

• 📚 Fully funded induction and qualifications

• 📈 Excellent career progression opportunities

• 🤝 Supportive and welcoming team culture

Ethos:

Every interaction matters. Whether it is supporting a young person through a difficult moment, celebrating achievements or helping them develop life skills, the focus is on creating positive outcomes and helping young people thrive.

Culture:

Supportive, family-focused and child-centred. Team members work collaboratively to create a safe, nurturing and stable environment where children can flourish.

Sponsorship is not available.

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.

To apply, click the apply button or contact us for more information.

Individuals with only CQC experience and / or who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Children’s Home will not be considered.

For more information or to book a confidential chat, please contact: [email protected]