Childrens Deputy Manager - Sheffield

Progressivecare; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care provider in Sheffield is seeking a Children's Deputy Manager. You will support children in their development, ensure safe home operations, and lead a committed staff team. Candidates must have a relevant childcare qualification and experience in social care. This role offers structured pay and extensive career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent Pay & Rewards

Career Progression & Development

Comprehensive Training & Qualifications

Wellbeing Program

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience in social care.
• Experience leading and motivating a staff team.
• Ability to compile staff rotas.

Responsibilities

• Support children to reach their full potential.
• Maintain compliant, safe and homely environment.
• Act as a role model and mentor to staff.

Skills

Knowledge of Children’s Homes regulations

Compiling risk assessments

Leadership

Flexibility

Education

Level 3 in Children’s Residential Childcare Qualification

Level 5 diploma in Leadership and Management (in progress)

Job description

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Children’s Deputy Manager

As a national leader in Social Care for over 25 years, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and making a real impact. Our nurturing and empowering culture allows us to deliver exceptional services through our highly skilled, committed, and multi-disciplinary teams.

We offer a range of services, including:

· Family Assessment

· 16+ Supported Living

· Learning Disabilities

All of our services are designed to provide safety, growth, and independence for individuals and families.

Our Mission

At Progressive Care, our brand stands for trust, quality, and care. Every service we provide is thoughtfully designed to deliver excellence, consistency, and a meaningful impact. With a professional and person-centered approach, we ensure reliability and progress, creating lasting value for those we care and support.

Your Role as a Deputy Manager within Children’s Services:

• Support children to reach their full potential.
  
• Support the Home Manager in day-to-day management and operation of the Home – Maintaining a compliant, safe and homely environment.
  
• Work in a child centred way to ensure each child’s individual needs are met.
  
• Good Knowledge of the Children’s Homes regulations and quality standards.
  
• Act as a role model and mentor to staff, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to the highest standards of care and ethical practice.
  
• Contribute to the recruitment, training, and development of staff, identifying training needs and opportunities for professional growth.
  
• Experience of compiling a staff rota.
  
• Undertake monthly staff supervisions and Team Meetings.
  
• Provide leadership, guidance and support to the Staff Team.
  
• Expected to work across a full rota including sleep-ins and long days, alongside manager hours.
  
  

Children’s Deputy Manager

As a national leader in Social Care for over 25 years, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and making a real impact. Our nurturing and empowering culture allows us to deliver exceptional services through our highly skilled, committed, and multi-disciplinary teams.

We offer a range of services, including:

· Family Assessment

· Children’s Residential

· 16+ Supported Living

· Learning Disabilities

All of our services are designed to provide safety, growth, and independence for individuals and families.

Our Mission

At Progressive Care, our brand stands for trust, quality, and care. Every service we provide is thoughtfully designed to deliver excellence, consistency, and a meaningful impact. With a professional and person-centered approach, we ensure reliability and progress, creating lasting value for those we care and support.

Your Role as a Deputy Manager within Children’s Services:

• Support children to reach their full potential.
  
• Support the Home Manager in day-to-day management and operation of the Home – Maintaining a compliant, safe and homely environment.
  
• Work in a child centred way to ensure each child’s individual needs are met.
  
• Good Knowledge of the Children’s Homes regulations and quality standards.
  
• Act as a role model and mentor to staff, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to the highest standards of care and ethical practice.
  
• Contribute to the recruitment, training, and development of staff, identifying training needs and opportunities for professional growth.
  
• Experience of compiling a staff rota.
  
• Undertake monthly staff supervisions and Team Meetings.
  
• Provide leadership, guidance and support to the Staff Team.
  
• Expected to work across a full rota including sleep-ins and long days, alongside manager hours.
  
  

Requirements

• Hold a Level 3 in Children’s Residential Childcare Qualification (or equivalent).
  
• Either hold or be committed to completing their Level 5 diploma in Leadership and Management.
  
• Have a minimum two years' experience working in social care.
  
• Adept in compiling risk assessments, weekly and monthly reports for both the home and the young people & Children.
  
• Knowledge of legislation and Ofsted requirements.
  
• Passionate in working with young people who may demonstrate behaviours that challenge.
  
• Knowledge of children’s home regulations and quality standards.
  
• Have experience leading and motivating a staff team.
  
• Be flexible and willing to go the extra mile.
  
• Demonstrate a calm and safe response when Children and young people are unable to.
  
  

Benefits

What We Offer:

Excellent Pay & Rewards

• We recognise your skills with structured Salary Grades that reflect your Experience and Qualifications
  
• Our Pay Structures are at the forefront of National Pay Standards.
  

Career Progression & Development

Excellent Opportunities for career progression pathways creating opportunities from;

o Support worker

o Senior Support Worker

o Team Leader

o Deputy Manager

o Registered Manager

o Service Manager

Comprehensive Training & Qualifications

• Full induction program before you start.
  
• Service specific training to refine and enhance your skills.
  
• We fully fund your training and qualifications through our Nationally Accredited Training Centre.
  

Wellbeing Program

• Access to excellent employee benefits designed to support your health, wellbeing, and personal development.
  

A Supportive & Rewarding Work Environment

• With strong management support and supervision, you will always have the guidance, encouragement, that give you the tools and confidence that you need to thrive in your role and career.
  

Are you Ready to Start Your Career in Social Care? Speak to our Talent Team and join the Progressive Care Community!

**Due to the nature of this role, Progressive Care conducts enhanced background checks through the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) for all hired personnel.

Please note that sponsorship is not available for this position, and all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.**

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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