Senior Children’s Residential Support Worker / Deputy Manager

Company: The Abbey
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Location: Stoke on Trent
Job Description:

Senior Children’s Residential Support Worker / Deputy Manager


2026-09-30T10:50:15


Location: Abbey Hulton, Staffordshire, GB, ST2 8


Application deadline: 2026-10-29T04:32:45.973


Job Description


Salary: £26,832-£32,656 per year, plus a £7,200 annual sleep-in allowance


MD2 Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a client for a Senior Children’s Residential Support Worker / Deputy Manager. This role would suit someone with experience in a children’s residential home who enjoys supporting young people and is ready to take on more leadership responsibility.


You’ll work alongside the management team to provide a safe, supportive and consistent home for young people. You’ll also guide colleagues on shift and help maintain high standards of care.


What you’ll be doing



  • Building positive, trusting relationships with young people and supporting their individual needs.

  • Leading shifts and providing guidance to other members of the team.

  • Supporting care planning, record keeping and communication with relevant professionals.

  • Helping to maintain a safe environment and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns.

  • Supporting the day-to-day running of the home, including sleep-in duties.


What we’re looking for



  • Experience working in a children’s residential care setting.

  • The confidence to lead a shift and support colleagues.

  • A sound understanding of safeguarding and a calm, child-centred approach.

  • A full UK driving licence and access to a car.


If you’re an experienced Senior Support Worker looking to progress, or a Deputy Manager considering your next move, we’d love to hear from you.

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Posted: October 6th, 2026