Deputy Manager (Residential Children’s Service) – Oxfordshire
Reference No : FWSCWBR626
1. Temporary
2. Posted 7 days ago
3. Closes: May 29, 2026
4. £ – £ / hour
Completely Care
Health, social care, childcare and education based recruitment
Deputy Manager (Residential Children’s Service) – Oxfordshire
Temp to Perm | Up to £ per hour | Full-Time
Role Overview
We are recruiting for an experienced and motivated Deputy Manager to join a residential children’s service in Oxfordshire on a temp-to-perm basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Residential Support Worker or experienced practitioner ready to step into a leadership role, supporting children and young people with autism and learning differences in a safe, nurturing environment.
You will play a key role in supporting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and positive outcomes for young people.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day management of the service
Lead shifts and provide guidance and supervision to staff
Deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support
Ensure care plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding procedures are followed
Support children and young people with daily routines, independence, and life skills
Contribute to staff development, mentoring, and team performance
Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with regulatory standards
Promote a safe, stable, and positive environment for young people
What We’re Looking For
Experience working in residential childcare or similar settings
Previous senior or leadership experience (or ready to step up)
Understanding of autism, learning differences, and complex needs
Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection
A calm, resilient, and supportive leadership style
Flexibility to work full-time shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
Level 3 qualification (or working towards) in Children & Young People (desirable)
DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
What’s on Offer
Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term progression
Competitive pay up to £ per hour
Ongoing training and development
Supportive and experienced management team
A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference
About Completely Care
Completely Care is a specialist recruitment agency supporting the health & social care, education, and childcare sectors. We pride ourselves on delivering a professional, reliable service and connecting great people with meaningful roles.
What We Offer
Experienced and supportive consultants
Free online training and development
£40 DBS refund after 150 hours*
Regular, ongoing work opportunities
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