Deputy Manager (Children's Residential)
Salary: £33,000 – £34,000
Location: Telford
Setting: 3-bed EBD Home
Working Pattern: 2 on / 4 off rolling rota (including weekends and sleep-ins)
Job Description
We are looking for a dedicated and motivated Deputy Manager to join a 3-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:
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Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home
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Provide direct care and lead by example in line with care plans
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Supervise and mentor care staff to ensure high standards of practice
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Support the delivery of safeguarding and behavioural strategies
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Contribute to staff rotas, supervision, and shift planning
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Liaise with families, professionals, and external agencies
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Participate in inspections and help maintain regulatory compliance
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Promote a culture of continuous improvement, consistency, and care
Candidate Requirements
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Level 3 diploma in Children’s Residential Care (Level 5 desirable or willingness to work toward)
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Experience in a children’s residential setting is essential
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Strong leadership potential – ideal for someone stepping into their first management role
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Full UK driving licence required – home vehicle use included (mostly manual transmission)
Working Pattern
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Rota: 2 days on / 4 days off rolling pattern
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Contracted Hours: 169 hours per month
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Sleep-ins: Average of 7–10 per month
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Shift pattern covers 7 days per week on a rotating 6-week schedule
What We Offer
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Permanent contracts with optional temp-to-perm or interim pathways
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Paid induction week, including Proactive Approaches training (restraint)
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Held in Stoke-on-Trent – accommodation provided for travel over 1 hour 15 mins
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Shadow shifts to help settle into the home
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Enrolment in Level 5 diploma and Management Development Programme
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Strong internal promotion culture – all roles advertised internally
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No uniforms – just appropriate, comfortable clothing
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Career progression opportunities across the organisation
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