Deputy Manager Children complex healthcare
| Posting date: | 02 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £31,553 to £32,000 per month |
| Additional salary information: | £55 sleep rate and extra hourly rate over contracted hours |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 March 2026 |
| Location: | Warrington, Cheshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | P4 Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 0202526 |
Summary
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
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