Deputy Manager

Location: Glascoed

Deputy Manager Children Home

Location:

Melksham, Wiltshire Salary: £30,048 per year based on 160 hours month Sleep-ins: 4 month at £65 each Step into Leadership in Children's Residential Care We're looking for a committed Deputy Manager to join our team supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs. This role is ideal for a Senior Support Worker ready to move up or a current Deputy seeking a new challenge in a values-driven home.

Your Role You'll support the Home Manager in creating a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.

Duties include:

Leading and mentoring residential care staff Overseeing safeguarding and quality of care Managing rotas, incidents, and staff supervision Supporting care planning and behaviour strategies Liaising with families, professionals, and external agencies Ensuring compliance with Ofsted and safeguarding policies Providing calm leadership in crisis situations Shifts include evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins. What You'll Need 1 year as Senior Residential Support Worker or Deputy Level 3 Diploma (Children & Young People's Workforce or equivalent) Strong knowledge of safeguarding, trauma, and behaviour support Good leadership, organisation, and decision-making skills Flexible, team-focused attitude UK driving licence preferred.

Benefits:
Annual Christmas bonus £2,500 referral scheme Blue Light Card and Tastecard discounts Buy/sell annual leave Free eye tests, life assurance, and wellbeing support Development:
Comprehensive induction Access to internal training and qualifications Regular trauma-informed training Progression routes to Registered Manager and beyond Culture:
Supportive and inclusive team Recognition and open communication Strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional growth Apply Now

To apply or find out more, contact Louise: T:  M:
Call, text, or Whats App with questions or to express interest. BRTJP