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Children's Residential Deputy Manager
Children's Residential Deputy Manager
Children’s Residential Deputy Manager
Location: Rainford | Pay Rate: £16/hr + £60 sleep-in | Shift Pattern: 2on / 4off
Ready to make a real difference? Join Exceptional Care and help transform the lives of young people every day.
We’re a leading therapeutic children’s care provider in the Northwest, supporting young people (8–17) with complex needs, including EBD and challenging behaviours. We’re looking for a passionate Deputy Manager to support the running of our home and lead shifts with confidence and compassion, guided by our values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Development, and Equality.
Your Role:
Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home, leading shifts and ensuring high standards of care, records, and compliance. You’ll oversee care planning and reviews, support and develop staff, and promote strong teamwork. You’ll champion young people by encouraging independence and responding to challenges with confidence and compassion, while liaising with professionals and upholding company policies.
Support the Registered Manager in day-to-day operations
Lead shifts, delegate tasks, and maintain high care standards
Oversee care plans, records, and compliance
Support, mentor, and develop staff
Promote positive outcomes for young people
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About this role
What We Offer:
· Paid training and ongoing development opportunities
Clear career progression pathways
Length of service holiday increases – Awarding 1 additional paid day per year up to 3 years
Long service awards
£100 refer-a-friend bonus
Medicash healthcare & gym membership perks
Employee Assistance Programme
What We’re Looking For:
Level 3/4 in Children & Young People (or equivalent)
2+ years’ senior experience in residential childcare
Passion, resilience, and strong leadership skills
Be part of a team that truly makes a difference and help shape brighter futures. Apply now!
Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore cannot consider applicants who require visa sponsorship
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What you will need
Required criteria
- 2 years’ experience in a children’s residential setting at senior level
- NVQ Level 3 or 4 Children and Young Peoples Workforce or equivalent
- Full UK Manual Driving Licence
