Location: Chesterfield (S41)
Contract: Monday to Friday (9am–5pm) with occasional shift cover included within the 40-hour working week
Rate: £14.50–£15.00/hour (DOE)
With Level 5: £16.00/hour

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced and caring Deputy Manager to join a small, well-established home supporting young people with complex needs. Working alongside the Registered Manager, you’ll have a vital role in both hands-on care and operational support.

This role is well-suited to a strong Senior or Team Leader ready to take the next step, with full funding and support offered to complete your Level 5.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and act as a role model to the care team
• Support with care planning, reviews, and admin duties
• Maintain high safeguarding and quality assurance standards
• Step into management cover as needed
• Promote a nurturing, child-focused culture
• Share on-call duties with RM or MD (where appropriate)

Requirements

• Minimum Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
• Experience in a leadership role within children’s residential care
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and safeguarding
• Calm, organised, and confident leadership presence

Working Pattern

• Shifts: 7am–7pm and/or 7am–10pm
• Occasional weekday hours: 9am–5pm (office/admin tasks)
• Main pattern: Monday to Friday, with some weekend flexibility

Benefits

• Fully funded Level 5 Diploma (if not yet obtained)
• Progression pathway to RM
• £250 refer-a-friend scheme
• Annual awards night & Christmas party
• 28 days holiday
• Family-first culture and fast-moving recruitment process

About the Home

• 2-bed setting with 1 young person placed
• High staffing ratio and stable environment
• Community engagement encouraged (e.g., boxing sessions)
• Home is currently calm, with low incident frequency

Apply Today

This is a rare opportunity to join a family-led team in a settled, child-focused service. Interviews can be arranged quickly for the right candidate.

📧 Sharissa at SNG Healthcare – sharissag@snghealthcare.co.uk
📞 02380 118224