Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
£38000 - £45000
Permanent
Job Title: Deputy Manager – Residential Childcare
Location: Tewkesbury - Gloucestershire
Salary: £38,000 - £45,000
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Manager to join a leading specialist provider in residential childcare. The Deputy Manager will support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality care to children and young people, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a committed professional to make a positive impact on young lives within a supportive and values-driven organisation. The Deputy Manager in this role will be based in [City], [County], and will be responsible for maintaining standards, safeguarding, and leading a team of dedicated staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Registered Manager in the effective running of the residential home.
- Deputise for the Registered Manager during their absence, including holiday cover.
- Safeguard and promote the welfare and development of the young people, ensuring care plans are implemented and reviewed regularly.
- Oversee the development and monitoring of individual care plans and case files.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with families, social workers, schools, and other professionals.
- Lead shift planning to ensure the safety and engagement of young people throughout the day.
- Ensure all policies, procedures, and risk assessments are followed consistently.
- Support staff training and development, including supervision and appraisals.
- Contribute to recruitment, induction, and ongoing staff development.
- Maintain compliance with all safeguarding procedures, Children’s Homes Regulations, and Ofsted standards.
- Support a positive team culture, promoting reflective practice and continuous improvement.
Requirements:
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
- Working towards or willing to complete Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management.
- Significant experience in residential childcare (ideally 2–3+ years).
- Experience in a senior supervisory role within social care or residential childcare.
- Sound knowledge of safeguarding, Children’s Homes Regulations, and Ofsted expectations.
- Ability to work shifts, including sleep-ins and weekends.
- Full UK driving licence.
Desirable:
- Previous experience as a Deputy Manager in residential childcare or social care.
- Relevant qualifications in social care or child development.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary with additional payment for sleep-ins.
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing training, including the Level 3 Diploma.
- Regular supervision, reflective practice, and wellbeing support.
- Career progression opportunities to Senior Residential Support Worker and beyond.
- A supportive, values-led team where adults are cared for, as well as children.
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.
