Job Title:
Deputy Manager – Children’s Services

Location:
Telford

Salary:

£35,500 – £36,400 including sleep ins

Contract Type:
Full time – (Days, Evenings, Weekends, Bank Holidays)

Requirements

• Must have the right to live and work in the UK

• Must be over 21 years old

• Must hold a full clean driving licence

• Must be able to work long shifts, including evenings and weekends

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent (Health & Social Care – children and young people pathway)

• Experience working in children’s residential care (minimum 1 year desirable)

• Strong understanding of safeguarding and children’s welfare

Job Description

We are looking for a dedicated and motivated Deputy Manager to join a 4-bed children’s home supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a difference and ready to support the Registered Manager in delivering outstanding care.

You’ll be an integral part of the leadership team, helping to ensure a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where children can thrive and staff feel empowered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home

• Provide direct care and lead by example in line with care plans

• Supervise and mentor care staff to ensure high standards of practice

• Support the delivery of safeguarding and behavioural strategies

• Contribute to staff rotas, supervision, and shift planning

• Liaise with families, professionals, and external agencies

• Participate in inspections and help maintain regulatory compliance

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, consistency, and care

Benefits

• Additional pay for sleep-in shifts

• Ongoing training and CPD

• Company pension scheme

• Opportunities for internal promotion and development

• Supportive and values-led work environment

• Access to mentoring and leadership support

Skills

• Excellent communication and leadership skills

• Ability to manage and motivate a team

• Strong empathy and resilience under pressure

• Experience writing accurate reports and care documentation

• IT literate and comfortable with digital care systems

• Able to build trusting relationships with children and colleagues

• Willing to actively participate in activities in and outside the home

Contact:
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply now with your up-to-date CV.

Alternative ways to get in touch:
📞 Call us on 02380118222
📧 Email Belle@snghealthcare.co.uk

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