Deputy Manager (Residential Children’s Service) – Oxfordshire

Deputy Manager (Residential Children’s Service) – Oxfordshire

Temp to Perm | Up to £20.00 per hour | Full-Time

Role Overview

We are recruiting for an experienced and motivated Deputy Manager to join a residential children’s service in Oxfordshire on a temp-to-perm basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Residential Support Worker or experienced practitioner ready to step into a leadership role, supporting children and young people with autism and learning differences in a safe, nurturing environment.

You will play a key role in supporting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and positive outcomes for young people.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day management of the service
• Lead shifts and provide guidance and supervision to staff
• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support
• Ensure care plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding procedures are followed
• Support children and young people with daily routines, independence, and life skills
• Contribute to staff development, mentoring, and team performance
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Promote a safe, stable, and positive environment for young people

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working in residential childcare or similar settings
• Previous senior or leadership experience (or ready to step up)
• Understanding of autism, learning differences, and complex needs
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection
• A calm, resilient, and supportive leadership style
• Flexibility to work full-time shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
• Level 3 qualification (or working towards) in Children & Young People (desirable)
• DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

What’s on Offer

• Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term progression
• Competitive pay up to £20.00 per hour
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive and experienced management team
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference

About Completely Care

Completely Care is a specialist recruitment agency supporting the health & social care, education, and childcare sectors. We pride ourselves on delivering a professional, reliable service and connecting great people with meaningful roles.

What We Offer

• Experienced and supportive consultants
• Free online training and development
• £40 DBS refund after 150 hours*
• Regular, ongoing work opportunities

Apply Now

Send your CV to fran@completelycare.co.uk or call 01865 727751 to find out more.

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