Deputy Care Manager
| Posting date: | 20 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £19.54 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 January 2026 |
| Location: | Coylton, KA7 1DR |
| Company: | Caretech |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 22965 |
Summary
Deputy Care Manager
Location: Coylton
Pay: £40,643.20 per annum
Extraordinary Days Every Day
New Year, New Career — Become a Deputy Manager in Children’s Residential Care
Are you ready to start the year with a role that truly makes a difference? If so, apply today and make this year the start of something amazing.
At Spark of genius, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a Deputy Manager, based within Coylton every moment you spend with our young people helps them feel safe, valued and supported.
A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters.
What You’ll Do
As a Deputy Manager you will the Home Manager in the daily running of the home.
Create a warm, homely environment by helping with daily activities and paperwork.
Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.
Plan and attend important meetings with Families and Social Workers
Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care.
Where You’ll Do It
Woodside Farm is a home located rurally in South Ayrshire close to the seaside towns of Ayr and Prestwick. Nestled between peaceful farmlands, you are surrounded by nature. The team support their young people to develop strong and positive relationships, this is reflected in the consistency and stability within the established group of young people.
Who You Are
Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others.
Previous Management experience in the Social Care sector
Necessary qualifications (HNC//SVQ4)
Why Join Us?
- £500 Welcome Bonus
- £1000 Refer a Friend Bonus
- Full-time contract + Paid Induction
- Free PVG check + Ongoing Training
- Career development with specialist training:
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
- Attachment & Trauma
- Relax Kids & more
Your Next Step
This isn’t just a job - it’s a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time.
Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today!
Safeguarding Statement
CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.