Deputy Manager – Residential Children’s Home Full-time

Deputy Manager – Residential Children’s Home
Location: Swadlincote
Salary: Up to £40,496* per annum (inclusive of £60 per sleep-in)
Hours: Full-time, shift-based (07:30–23:00), sleep-ins required
Rota: 2 days on / 4 days off (continuous)

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Deputy Manager to join a supportive, child-focused residential home in Swadlincote. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people with emotional, behavioural, and learning difficulties. You’ll lead by example, inspiring a team to deliver outstanding care, education, and opportunities for each child.

What You’ll Do:

• Support the management of the home, supervising and developing a dedicated team of residential support workers.
• Ensure smooth running of shifts while maintaining high standards of care and safety.
• Deliver child-centered, individualised care, promoting emotional, social, and physical wellbeing.
• Engage with young people, including those displaying challenging behaviour, and create a nurturing, structured environment.
• Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team and external agencies.
• Oversee administration, reports, and compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Deputise for the Manager when required and attend reviews or meetings.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working in a children’s residential home.
• Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Care or Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner.
• Valid UK/EU driving licence.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with incentivised overtime (£3.50/hour).
• 224 hours annual leave + bank holidays at double pay.
• Company pension (3% employer contribution).
• Free DBS check and referral programme up to £500.
• Staff wellbeing service, career progression opportunities, and therapeutic training.
• Quarterly recognition awards and staff discounts.
• Food available on shift.

If you’re a committed, compassionate leader ready to empower young people and support a dedicated team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to take the next step in your residential care leadership career!