Deputy Manager – Young People’s Residential Home
Location: Bicton, Shrewsbury
Salary: up to £30,800 per year + £3,250 – £6,500 per year for sleep-ins
Hours: 39 hours per week (mix of long days, admin days, and sleep-ins)
Requirements: Full UK Driving Licence
Make Every Day Extraordinary for Young People—Join Our Client!
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in young people’s lives? Our client is seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager to join their team in Bicton, Shrewsbury. You'll play a vital role in supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties, helping them achieve positive outcomes and realise their full potential.
About the Role
As Deputy Manager, you'll lead by example and mentor a team of Residential Support Workers. You'll provide therapeutic support, structure, and guidance both in the home and for an intensive 26-week placement on a 2:1 basis in a separate annex.
Main responsibilities:
- Managing and mentoring staff
- Ensuring compliance with Ofsted and safeguarding standards
- Handling rotas, budgets, and day-to-day operations
- Creating a nurturing environment for young people
Candidate Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 or above in Children and Young People (or equivalent)
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Residential Children's Home
- Understanding of Ofsted legislation and safeguarding procedures
- Enthusiastic, proactive, and hands-on leadership style
- Ability to work flexible shifts and sleep-ins
- Full UK driving licence
What Our Client Offers
- Clear career progression routes—including to Registered Manager
- Competitive salary with enhanced pay scales for experience and qualifications
- Family support—enhanced company maternity and paternity pay
- Regular supervision, appraisals, and team meetings
- Funded QCF qualifications and paid induction/training
- Free meals during shifts
- Discount schemes accessible via Hapi App & Blue Light Card
- NEST pension scheme and wellbeing support
- Staff referral scheme (£500 split bonus)
- 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
- Free enhanced DBS check
Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All positions are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
They are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including ex-forces and military families through their Armed Forces Covenant support. Eligible service personnel will receive a guaranteed interview; please detail any military experience in your CV.
Apply today to join our client and help make a real difference!
INDJH
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £30,800.00 per year
Application question(s):
- What is your current notice period?
Experience:
- Leadership in a Children's home: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Level 5 in Leadership and Management or working towards (preferred)
- Level 3 in Children and Young People Workforce. (required)
Work Location: In person
