Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential

Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential (Learning Disabilities)

Location:

Burton on Trent (DE14)
Pay: £15.50 per hour plus £70 per sleep-in
Average annual salary: £37,900+ (based on 38 hours per week and 2 sleep-ins)

The Role
We are recruiting an experienced and motivated Deputy Manager to support the effective running of a children’s residential home for young people with Learning Disabilities. This is a hands-on leadership role, supporting the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality, child-centred care and maintaining regulatory compliance.

Requirements

* Minimum Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Children’s Care

* Full UK driving licence

* Proven experience in children’s residential care, ideally with young people with LD

* Strong knowledge of safeguarding, care planning, behaviour support, and Ofsted standards

* Ability to lead and support staff, manage rotas, and respond to incidents

* Confident in ad-hoc on-call duties

Hours & Working Pattern

* 38 hours per week, plus sleep-ins

* Shifts between 9:30am and 11:00pm, Monday to Sunday

* Typical rota: 1 shift on, 2 days off

* Ad-hoc on-call responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

* Support the Registered Manager in day-to-day operations

* Lead and supervise staff, providing guidance and mentoring

* Manage rotas and shift cover effectively

* Respond to incidents, safeguarding concerns, and emergencies

* Assist with care planning, documentation, and inspections

* Ensure positive outcomes and high-quality care for young people

* Promote a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment

What We Offer

* Competitive hourly rate and enhanced earnings through sleep-ins

* Supportive management structure and clear career progression

* Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people

How to Apply

If you are an experienced children’s residential professional ready to step into a Deputy Manager role, we would welcome your application