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Assistant Trainee Manager Children's Residential

Portman Recruitment Ltd

Sheffield, South YorkshireView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£35,000

Contract

Not specified

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

The job supports a children’s residential home in Sheffield, working on a shift rota with many overnight stays, and leads to a Registered Manager role. It suits people with experience in child care who want to move into management.

What you'll need

  • Experience in children’s residential care
  • Willingness to work a shift rota with sleep‑ins
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Desire to progress to a Registered Manager
  • Ready for background checks such as a DBS

How to boost your chances

  • Show any leadership or supervisory duties on your CV
  • Mention any night‑shift or sleep‑in experience clearly
  • Gather references who can speak about your work with children
  • Research the Registered Manager qualification and express interest
  • Prepare to discuss how you handle 24‑hour care responsibilities

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Job description

Assistant / Trainee Manager Children's Residential Location: Sheffield Starting salary: £35,000 per annum plus sleep-in payments Working pattern: Residential shift rota, including approximately 910 sleep-ins per month Take the next step towards becoming a Registered Manager Are you an experienced children's residential care professional looking to progress into management? This opportunity offers a clear development pathway towards becoming a Registered Manager, with all training and qualificat…

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

Adzuna

First seen

10 October 2026

Last checked

10 October 2026

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About the employer

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Portman Recruitment Ltd

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