Senior Support Worker / Deputy Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 04 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £14 yr awr |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 03 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | M19 |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Affinity Care Recruitment |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: |
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Senior Support Worker / Deputy Manager
Location: Manchester (M19)
Hourly Rate:
Senior: £14 p/h (approx. £35,000 per year)
Deputy: £15–£16 p/h (approx. £37,000 – £39,000 per year)
Sleep-ins: £50 per sleep
Shift Pattern: 2 on / 4 off
Service Type: Solo Children’s Home (15-year-old) + occasional support to other homes
We are supporting a well-established children’s residential provider in Manchester who are seeking an experienced Senior Support Worker or Deputy to join their solo placement home in the M19 area.
This is an excellent opportunity to step into a senior role within a nurturing, stable organisation with strong leadership and a supportive Home Manager.
About the Role
Working within a solo children’s home supporting a 15-year-old, you will provide consistent, trauma-informed support and strong leadership on shift. You will also assist their other homes occasionally when needed.
This is a shift-based role (not Monday–Friday) and is ideal for:
An experienced Senior Support Worker
A Deputy Manager who prefers shift-based working
Key Responsibilities
Lead shifts with confidence, ensuring a safe, structured, and nurturing environment
Deliver high-quality, child-centred, trauma-informed care
Support with documentation, care planning, and safeguarding
Mentor and guide junior staff to maintain best practice
Oversee behavioural support, incident reporting, and compliance
Work closely with the Home Manager, professionals, and external agencies
Provide support to nearby homes when required
Participate fully in the 2 on / 4 off rota and sleep-ins
Requirements
To be considered, applicants must:
Have worked in a children’s residential home within the last 2 years
Be an experienced Senior Support Worker or Deputy
Be working towards or already hold a Children’s Residential qualification (Level 3+)
Be knowledgeable in Ofsted requirements and regulatory compliance
Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle
Be able to work a 2 on / 4 off shift rotation
Female preferred, though male applicants will be considered
What’s on Offer
£14 p/h Senior (approx. £35,00 per year)
£15–£16 p/h Deputy (approx. £37,000 – £35,000 per year)
£50 per sleep-in
Strong management support and a stable provider
Ongoing training and career development
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a young person’s life
Warm, positive working culture
Location: Manchester (M19)
Hourly Rate:
Senior: £14 p/h (approx. £35,000 per year)
Deputy: £15–£16 p/h (approx. £37,000 – £39,000 per year)
Sleep-ins: £50 per sleep
Shift Pattern: 2 on / 4 off
Service Type: Solo Children’s Home (15-year-old) + occasional support to other homes
We are supporting a well-established children’s residential provider in Manchester who are seeking an experienced Senior Support Worker or Deputy to join their solo placement home in the M19 area.
This is an excellent opportunity to step into a senior role within a nurturing, stable organisation with strong leadership and a supportive Home Manager.
About the Role
Working within a solo children’s home supporting a 15-year-old, you will provide consistent, trauma-informed support and strong leadership on shift. You will also assist their other homes occasionally when needed.
This is a shift-based role (not Monday–Friday) and is ideal for:
An experienced Senior Support Worker
A Deputy Manager who prefers shift-based working
Key Responsibilities
Lead shifts with confidence, ensuring a safe, structured, and nurturing environment
Deliver high-quality, child-centred, trauma-informed care
Support with documentation, care planning, and safeguarding
Mentor and guide junior staff to maintain best practice
Oversee behavioural support, incident reporting, and compliance
Work closely with the Home Manager, professionals, and external agencies
Provide support to nearby homes when required
Participate fully in the 2 on / 4 off rota and sleep-ins
Requirements
To be considered, applicants must:
Have worked in a children’s residential home within the last 2 years
Be an experienced Senior Support Worker or Deputy
Be working towards or already hold a Children’s Residential qualification (Level 3+)
Be knowledgeable in Ofsted requirements and regulatory compliance
Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle
Be able to work a 2 on / 4 off shift rotation
Female preferred, though male applicants will be considered
What’s on Offer
£14 p/h Senior (approx. £35,00 per year)
£15–£16 p/h Deputy (approx. £37,000 – £35,000 per year)
£50 per sleep-in
Strong management support and a stable provider
Ongoing training and career development
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a young person’s life
Warm, positive working culture