Salary: £19.75 per hour – £70.50 sleep in rate
Deputy Children’s Home Manager – Full Time – On Site
Hours: 40 hours per week | On-site | Sleep-ins (average 1-2 per week)
Pay rate: Hourly rate of £19.75 and sleep-in rate paid at £70.50 per night
We are looking for caring and committed Deputy Managers to join our team in Silver Birch Care (Residential Services). This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people in a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment where they can grow, develop, and achieve positive outcomes.
About the Role
As a Deputy Manager, you will work closely with the Registered Manager to support the day‑to‑day running of the home.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting and supervising staff teams
- Ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and Quality Standards
- Promoting a safe, structured, and child‑focused environment
- Contributing to care planning and development of young people
- Deputising in the absence of the Registered Manager
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in residential childcare
- At least 1 year of experience supervising staff
- Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding
- Level 3 in Residential Childcare (required)
- Level 5 in Leadership & Management (or willingness to work towards)
- Full UK driving licence (preferred)
Benefits
- Fully funded qualifications and clear pathways into Team Leader, Deputy and Registered Manager roles
- Ongoing learning and development through structured programmes and hands‑on experience
- Opportunities to step up, take on responsibility, and grow within the organisation
- 24/7 access to confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programme
- OnDemand GP access
- A strong team culture where people support each other day‑to‑day
- 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing with service
- Birthday Recognition – Celebrating our people on their special day
- Wellbeing days to support staff when needed
- Team-based working patterns
- Opportunities to get involved in international projects, including trips to Tanzania supporting local communities
- A values‑led organisation focused on making a genuine difference — not just commercially, but socially
- Pension with NEST
- Access to discounts via Sage Employee Benefits and Blue Light Card
- Long service recognition awards
- On-site parking (where available)
- Relaxed dress code
Silver Birch Care Holdings is a leading provider of high‑quality education, supported accommodation, residential care, and specialist support for children and young people aged 5 to 25 across the UK.
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