Deputy Manager

Randstad · Dumfries, Scotland

Deputy Manager at Randstad, based in Dumfries, Scotland. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Dumfries, Scotland
Contract
Permanent
Posted
1 day ago
Closes
24 Oct 2026
Sector
Social Care & Childcare

Reference PR-1531873

About the role

Deputy Children's Residential Care Manager

Are you ready for a leadership role that offers the chance to transform lives? We are seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join our residential service in Dunscore as a Deputy Care Manager. This is a priority vacancy for an immediate start; we are looking for candidates who can hit the ground running and help shape bright, sustainable futures for the young people in our care.

Your Impact

In partnership with the Home Manager, you will oversee the daily operations of our residential facility, which supports up to six young people. Your primary focus will be to:

  • Foster a warm, nurturing, and safe environment where every young person feels valued.
  • Build trusting relationships through daily interactions, emotional support, and active listening.
  • Coordinate planning, attend family and social work meetings, and assist with essential documentation.
  • Maintain high standards of care by utilizing our digital recording systems for daily monitoring and progress tracking.
Qualifications
  • Proven management experience within the Social Care sector.
  • Hold an HNC or SVQ4 qualification in Health and Social Care, Childcare, and Education.
  • Possess a full UK driving license.
  • Confidence in utilizing digital systems for daily record-keeping.
What We Offer
  • Competitive Salary: £40,019 per annum.
  • Benefits: £500 Welcome Bonus and a £1,000 Refer a Friend scheme.
  • Growth: Full-time contract with paid induction, extensive career development, and specialist training.
  • Support: Access to 24/7 support, including a dedicated helpline and hardship grants.
How to Apply

This is a fast-moving, priority recruitment process. If you are available to start immediately and are passionate about making a profound, daily impact, please submit your application today.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.


experience

Children services


skills

be able to manage challenging situations,be person centred,can work as an individual or part of a team,caring,emotional intelligence,empathy,handling medication


qualifications

college


education

SVQ

Reference: PR-1531873 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 24 Oct 2026 · Listed via Randstad

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