Deputy Care Manager – Children’s Residential
Location: Delph, Oldham (OL3)
Salary: £34,529 per annum
Sleep-ins: £78.30 per sleep-in (typically up to 4 per month)
Advertised on behalf of our client by P4 Recruitment
Extraordinary Days Every Day
Working in a children’s residential setting is more than just a job – it’s about shaping futures.
As a Deputy Manager, every interaction with the young people you support helps them feel safe, valued and understood. From a simple “How was your day?” to encouraging them through challenging moments, these small interactions build trust and help change lives.
Some days will be demanding, but every breakthrough and every step forward makes the work incredibly rewarding.
The Role
As Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Home Manager with the overall leadership, organisation, and development of the residential home.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the Home Manager to ensure the smooth running of the service
- Supervising and mentoring Senior Support Workers and care staff
- Ensuring children receive the highest standard of care and support
- Assisting with reports, compliance and operational management
- Taking responsibility for the home in the absence of the Registered Manager
- Promoting an individualised approach to care for both residents and staff
- Monitoring staff performance and identifying training and development needs
- Maintaining a warm, homely environment for young people
- Building strong and meaningful relationships with residents and staff
- Supporting and participating in activities and outings
- Maintaining accurate electronic care records using digital care systems
Experience with electronic care systems such as Clearcare is advantageous, though full training will be provided.
About the Home
The home provides care for up to four young people aged 8–18 of mixed genders.
Young people living in the home may have a range of:
- Emotional and behavioural needs
- Social and learning difficulties
- Past experiences of vulnerability
The service provides a safe, stable, and nurturing environment where young people can develop:
- Confidence
- Independence
- Life skills for the future
The focus is on creating a family-style home where young people feel supported, understood and encouraged to reach their full potential.
About You
We are looking for someone who is passionate about improving outcomes for young people and can lead by example.
Essential requirements:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience within a children’s residential setting
- Level 3 qualification in Children & Young People / Residential Childcare / Health & Social Care
- Experience supervising or leading support staff
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work flexibly to meet service needs
- Full UK manual driving licence
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- £78.30 per sleep-in payment
- £500 welcome bonus after successful probation
- £1,000 refer-a-friend scheme
- Clear opportunities for career progression
- Enhanced DBS paid
- Supportive team environment
Apply
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful difference in young people’s lives, P4 Recruitment would love to hear from you.
Apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.