Deputy Manager – Children's Residential Home (5-Bed) – Stockport
Salary: £38,000–£42,000
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, a mix of shift-based care work and administrative/office days
We are recruiting a Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in leading a 5-bed children's residential home in the Stockport area, working with young people with EBD/SEMH needs. This role combines hands-on shift work with administrative responsibilities, offering a varied week and genuine progression towards a Registered Manager position.
Key responsibilities:
* Supporting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day operational running of the home
* Deputising in the Registered Manager's absence, including out-of-hours on-call cover where required
* Supervising and mentoring care staff, supporting their development and performance
* Contributing to care planning, risk assessments, and Ofsted compliance
* Balancing direct shift work with young people alongside office-based administrative duties
* Supporting recruitment, rota management, and staff training
What we're looking for:
* A minimum of a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, with willingness to work towards Level 5
* Experience working within children's residential care, ideally in a senior or team leader capacity
* Good understanding of safeguarding, SEMH/EBD needs, and relevant regulatory frameworks
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* Full UK driving licence (desirable)
If this role sounds of interest, please apply with an up to date CV and contact details. I look forward to hearing from you