Deputy Children’s Home Manager – Shrewsbury (SY5)

Deputy Children’s Home Manager – Shrewsbury (SY5)

Job Reference: Keysgroup/TP/81070/8806

Number of Positions: 1

Contract Type: Full Time

Working Hours: 39 hours per week

Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire

Job Category: Care and Support

Region: Shropshire

Business Area: Children’s Residential

Job Description

Reporting to the Registered Manager, you will play an integral part of our warm and knowledgeable team, creating a welcoming, structured & safe home for our children, leading by example, embedding solid practices, and ensuring the well‑being of residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in overall facility management, staff and care administration.
• Contribute to and implement care plans, participate in reviews and meetings, ensuring documentation is up to date.
• Facilitate day‑to‑day staff management, monitoring and supervision.
• Assist in recruitment, training and supervision of care staff, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Oversee assessment, care planning and implementation of care plans for residents.
• Monitor and evaluate quality of care, identify improvement areas and implement changes.
• Maintain accurate records, including resident files, staff rosters and financial documents.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations and company policies, fostering a safe environment.
• Participate in meetings and training to support continuous professional development.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience in a similar role within healthcare or social care.
• Relevant qualification (NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Children and Young People).
• Strong leadership and communication skills, capable of motivating and inspiring a team.
• Excellent organisational and time‑management abilities, with keen attention to detail.
• Compassionate and caring attitude towards residents, families and colleagues.
• IT proficiency, including experience with care management systems.
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence with access to a vehicle.

Benefits

• Annual Leave: 5.6 weeks inclusive of 8 public holidays.
• DBS Check Paid – Enhanced DBS fully covered by Keys Group.
• QCF qualifications and career development opportunities.
• Fair and competitive pay; Real Living Wage Employer.
• Blue Light Card benefits at retail outlets and other discounts.
• Referral Bonus: £500 bonus when a referred colleague successfully completes probation.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support.
• Circle wellbeing hub with discounts and health resources.
• NEST Pension Scheme – matched contribution up to 3%.
• Long Service Awards for dedicated staff.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – up to 42% savings on new bikes.
• Full induction & introductory programme.

Legal Notice

All applicants must be over the age of 18.

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