Deputy Manager

22 hours ago


Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom SGS Care Full time

Deputy Manager – Children's Residential Home
Location: Wigan 
Provision: Children's Residential Home (Ages 7–17, EBD & Mild Learning Difficulties) - This is a New Home for an Established Provider
Hours: 48 hours per week, days only, rolling rota (you will manage the rota, including your own shifts) - Sleep will be required
Salary: £38,600 per annum

About the Role
Are you an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker or Deputy Manager ready to step up and lead a high-quality team?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, values-led organisation that delivers care, education, and therapy to children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Mild Learning Difficulties (MLD).

You'll work closely with an experienced Registered Manager, helping to shape a safe, supportive environment and lead your team in delivering exceptional outcomes for children and young people.

What We're Looking For
Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce (or equivalent)
Experience in a Deputy, Assistant Manager or Senior RSW role within residential childcare
Understanding of safeguarding, legislation, and leadership within a care home environment
Full UK Driving Licence (Manual – Essential)
Fluent in English with strong communication and IT skills

Key Responsibilities
Lead and support your team in delivering exceptional, person-centred care
Support with recruitment, rota management, supervisions, and audits
Work closely with education and therapeutic professionals to deliver holistic care
Build strong relationships with children, families, professionals and regulatory bodies
Promote a culture of high expectations and continuous development

Why Join This Organisation?
Career Progression Pathway – Fully funded route to Level 5 Leadership & Management and beyond
Comprehensive Induction & Ongoing Training – Led by multidisciplinary experts
Health & Wellbeing Benefits – Including discounted gym memberships
Generous Annual Leave – 270 hours including public holidays, plus extra leave for long service
Company Pension Scheme – Supporting your long-term security

About the Organisation
This provider operates between 12 children's homes and offers integrated education, therapeutic, and residential care services. With a strong Ofsted "Good" track record, they're expanding services to meet the needs of both EBD and LD children and care leavers.

The culture is built on compassion, development, and ambition, with a clear focus on positive outcomes and staff support.

How to Apply
If you're passionate about making a difference in young people's lives and ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you
Click 'Apply' now or contact us for more details.

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SGS Care and our client are equal opportunity employers committed to safeguarding children. Successful candidates will undergo Enhanced DBS checks and thorough reference checks in line with Safer Recruitment practices.


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