Deputy Manager
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Location: Winsford, Cheshire (CW7)
Salary: Up to £42,500 per year
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Pattern
* 3 administrative days + 1 shift per week
* Includes evenings, weekends, and sleep-in duties (paid allowance)
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Deputy Manager to join a high-quality residential children’s home supporting young people who have experienced trauma and challenging behaviours.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Residential Support Worker or Team Leader ready to step up, or an existing Deputy Manager looking to join a supportive, therapeutic environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Registered/Home Manager in the day-to-day running of the home
* Lead and supervise the staff team to deliver high-quality care
* Deputise in the absence of the Home Manager
* Ensure care plans are implemented effectively to meet young people’s needs
* Contribute to shift planning and staff deployment
* Work in partnership with external professionals and agencies
* Deliver and support direct work with young people
* Lead and participate in MDT (multi-disciplinary) meetings
* Provide staff supervision in line with Ofsted standards
Requirements
Essential:
* Minimum 1 year supervisory experience in residential childcare
* At least 12 months’ experience working with young people with challenging behaviour (including 6 months at senior level)
* Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People (or equivalent)
* Full UK driving licence
* Experience acting as an appropriate adult
* Minimum age requirement: 21 years
* Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
Location: Winsford, Cheshire (CW7)
Salary: Up to £42,500 per year
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Pattern
* 3 administrative days + 1 shift per week
* Includes evenings, weekends, and sleep-in duties (paid allowance)
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Deputy Manager to join a high-quality residential children’s home supporting young people who have experienced trauma and challenging behaviours.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Residential Support Worker or Team Leader ready to step up, or an existing Deputy Manager looking to join a supportive, therapeutic environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Registered/Home Manager in the day-to-day running of the home
* Lead and supervise the staff team to deliver high-quality care
* Deputise in the absence of the Home Manager
* Ensure care plans are implemented effectively to meet young people’s needs
* Contribute to shift planning and staff deployment
* Work in partnership with external professionals and agencies
* Deliver and support direct work with young people
* Lead and participate in MDT (multi-disciplinary) meetings
* Provide staff supervision in line with Ofsted standards
Requirements
Essential:
* Minimum 1 year supervisory experience in residential childcare
* At least 12 months’ experience working with young people with challenging behaviour (including 6 months at senior level)
* Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People (or equivalent)
* Full UK driving licence
* Experience acting as an appropriate adult
* Minimum age requirement: 21 years
* Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills