Deputy Manager

Deputy Manager

Location: Bradbury House, Shrewsbury

Salary: £19 per hour

Hours Per Week: 40

Are you a passionate leader ready to make a real difference?

At Shaftesbury we are happy to introduce our new Children s Service, Bradbury House. We are recruiting for a dedicated Deputy Manager to help shape a supportive, inclusive environment where children can truly thrive.

Please note this role does not qualify for sponsorship, as the hours available do not meet the guidelines set by the Home Office.

About Us

At Shaftesbury, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a full, flourishing life. Guided by our core values Open, Enabling, Inclusive and Courageous we provide outstanding support across child and adult social care, and education.

Bradbury House is a purpose built children s home which provides overnight short breaks for children with disabilities.

The home provides a safe, nurturing, caring and fun home away from home for children and young people aged 0-17 years old.

Our caring staff team provide high quality support to children who have a range of disabilities including; learning, physical, and sensory disabilities, autism, developmental conditions, and health conditions. The children we care for need support with; personal care, mobility, medication, communication, getting out and about and managing behaviour.

Bradbury House provides invaluable support to children, young people and their families. We are a warm, fun and friendly home and we aim to make a real, positive difference to the local community, the children and young people we support and their families.

Bradbury House operates 5 nights per week, Wednesday to Sunday, all year round. Up to 5 children can stay per night.

Usual staffing levels are 6 day time staff, 1 sleep in staff and 2 waking night staff.

During the day there is usually an additional senior member of staff on duty.

The Role

As a Deputy Manager, you ll play a vital role in the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring high-quality care and support for both the people we support and your team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Working alongside the Registered Manager in leading and supporting a team of care professionals
• Overseeing daily operations of the service
• Promoting independence, inclusion, and wellbeing
• Ensuring care is personalised, flexible, and of the highest standard

What We re Looking For

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or equivalent as defined by the DFE Guide to Children s Homes Regulations, 2015
• Or Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent and Level 5 Diploma to be achieved within 2 years of taking up the post
• A positive, proactive leadership style
• Passion for delivering outstanding, child-centred care
• Commitment to our values and making a difference

Additional requirements:

• Participation in on-call rota
• Weekend working required

What You ll Get in Return

At Shaftesbury, we know our people are our greatest asset. That s why we offer a fantastic benefits package:

• Birthday Off (taken from annual leave)
• £500 welcome bonus (T&Cs apply)
• Recognition & Rewards including vouchers up to £50
• Ofsted Incentives up to £50 depending on rating
• Comprehensive Training & Development
• Generous Holiday 25 days + bank holidays (rising to 28 days + BH)
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

Why Work With Us?

At Shaftesbury, we believe it s the little things that add up to a life well lived friendship, independence, opportunity, and community.

We re committed to helping the children we support participate, contribute, and feel valued, while creating a workplace where you can grow and succeed.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Shaftesbury, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.