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Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential – Monday to Friday, Wigan
Location: Wigan, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 1829152d3ecf
Job Views: 40
Posted: 24.06.2025
Expiry Date: 08.08.2025
Job Description:
Job Title: Deputy Manager – Children’s residential home
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £37,000 – £40,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Shift pattern: Monday – Friday (Office hours)
Benefits & Rewards: Generous annual Leave, funded QCF qualifications, career progression opportunities, retail discounts, and a supportive working environment.
About the role:
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Deputy Manager or Team Leader to join a well-established children’s residential home supporting up to four young people aged 11-18 who have experienced trauma and exploitation. The home is rated good by Ofsted and focuses on outcomes and personal goals for young people.
Your key responsibilities as the Deputy Manager:
* Support the Registered Manager in leading a dedicated team, ensuring high standards of care.
* Develop staff, improve care practices, and ensure regulatory compliance.
* Empower staff and young people, guiding them towards positive futures.
* Support the team by organizing shifts, leading by example, and fostering a therapeutic parenting approach.
* Provide supervision, promote learning and development, and motivate continuous improvement.
* Assist with training, health and safety, recruitment, HR, and administrative duties.
* Build strong relationships with team members, families, communities, and multi-agency partners.
What you need:
* Level 3 or 4 qualification in Residential Childcare.
* At least 3 years’ experience in children’s residential homes and 1 year in a senior or team leader role.
* Full UK driving license.
* Strong knowledge of Children’s Homes regulations (2015) and quality standards.
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