Deputy Manager Children with Complex healthcare needs
  • England,North West,Cheshire
  • Full Time, Permanent
  • £31,553 - £32,000 per annum
Job Description:
Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home (Healthcare Needs)
Location: Warrington, WA2
Salary: £15.17 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week (mix of shifts + admin time)


We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Deputy Manager to join a specialist children’s residential home in Warrington (WA2) supporting young people with complex healthcare needs.


This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced senior support worker or deputy ready to step into a leadership role within a small, nurturing home.


About the Home


Residential setting for up to 6 children (currently 4 in placement)


Focused on supporting children with healthcare and complex needs


A structured, supportive environment with a strong team ethos


The Role


As Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring high standards of care, safety, and compliance.


Your role will include:


Leading shifts and supporting the staff team on the floor


Contributing to care planning and risk assessments


Supporting children with their daily routines, healthcare needs, and activities


Promoting safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive outcomes


Assisting with staff supervision, guidance, and development


Completing admin duties, reports, and documentation


Acting as a role model for best practice in children’s residential care


This role offers a flexible split between shift work and office/admin responsibilities.


Essential Requirements


Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care (or equivalent)


Experience working in a children’s residential setting


Full UK driving licence – driver essential


Strong understanding of safeguarding and children’s legislation


We Also Welcome


Candidates with experience in adult learning disabilities or healthcare settings are encouraged to apply full training will be provided to support transition into children’s services.


What We’re Looking For


A caring, calm, and resilient leader


Someone confident in managing shifts and supporting staff


Passionate about improving outcomes for children with complex needs


Organised, reliable, and committed to high-quality care
Job number 3372995

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