Deputy Manager
Salutem LD Bidco Ltd/ Salutem LD Bidco II Ltd/ Sal
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Job summary
Salutem Care and Education is seeking an experienced Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in leading our children's residential home. You will uphold high standards of care, safeguard, and trauma-informed practice.
You will lead staff, manage day-to-day operations, oversee care plans, risk assessments, and quality assurance, and contribute to recruitment, supervision, and training while ensuring regulatory compliance and safe, nurturing environments for children and young people.
Qualifications
- Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent required.
- Experience in residential childcare settings with safeguarding knowledge.
- Commitment to trauma-informed practice and positive behaviour support.
Responsibilities
- Support the Registered Manager in leading the home to meet high care standards.
- Lead shifts, supervise staff, and contribute to recruitment and appraisals.
- Ensure care plans, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance are embedded.
- Promote safeguarding, staff development, and trauma-informed practice.
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Job description
As one of the UK's leading providers of specialist care, education, and support services, we deliver life-changing outcomes for children, young people, and adults across England and Wales. From residential care and supported living services to schools and colleges, our teams work every day to help individuals achieve their ambitions, maximise their independence, and realise their potential.
We are proud to be recognised as a Top Employer United Kingdom 2026 and one of the Top 10 Global Inspiring Workplaces 2026—a reflection of our commitment to creating an environment where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
Within Salutem, our Children’s Services division provides high-quality, specialist care for children and young people across a range of settings, including residential care, solo placements, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) services, learning disability support, and supported accommodation
Our approach is rooted in being trauma-informed. We recognise that many of the children and young people we support have experienced trauma—whether through single events or ongoing experiences such as abuse or neglect—which can have a lasting impact on their emotional, social, physical, and psychological wellbeing. Every individual experiences trauma differently, and we are committed to understanding and responding to those unique needs.
Our teams are trained to understand the principles of trauma through the “3 E’s” framework: Event, Experience, and Effect. This means recognising not just what has happened to a young person, but how they have experienced it and the impact it has had on them.
By embedding a trauma-informed approach into everything we do, our staff are able to adapt their support, build trusting relationships, and create safe, nurturing environments where children and young people can begin to recover, develop resilience, and thrive.
At Salutem, we are passionate about making a lasting difference—supporting every child and young person to feel safe, valued, and empowered to achieve their full potential.
We believe every child and young person has the potential to grow, achieve, and build a positive future. Through a trauma-informed and relationship-based approach, we create safe, nurturing environments where young people can develop resilience, learn essential life skills, and gain the confidence needed to make positive choices.
Our team is committed to providing high-quality, child-centred care that empowers young people to thrive. We value compassion, ambition, transparency, and meaningful engagement in everything we do.
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in the leadership and day-to-day running of our children's residential home.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is committed to delivering outstanding care and helping young people achieve positive outcomes. You will play a key role in leading staff, maintaining regulatory compliance, promoting safeguarding, and embedding trauma-informed practice throughout the home.
- Support the Registered Manager in leading and managing the home to maintain high standards of care and compliance.
- Deputise for the Registered Manager when required.
- Lead shifts and ensure the safety, wellbeing, and engagement of children and young people.
- Provide guidance, supervision, and support to Senior Support Workers and Support Workers.
- Contribute to staff recruitment, retention, development, and performance management.
- Deliver reflective supervision, development plans, and appraisals.
- Foster a positive, learning-focused and trauma-informed culture.
- Assist with staff training, development, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide out-of-hours on-call support as required.
- Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead when required.
- Promote and implement safeguarding, child protection, and wellbeing policies.
- Act as an escalation point for safeguarding concerns, incidents, and behavioural challenges.
- Ensure care plans, risk assessments, and personalised outcomes are effectively implemented.
- Promote positive behaviour management and restorative approaches.
- Support children in achieving their educational, social, emotional, and personal goals.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the home.
- Ensure records, reports, and documentation are accurate and completed to required standards.
- Maintain compliance with Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, and Ofsted requirements.
- Participate in quality assurance processes, audits, and service improvement initiatives.
- Support effective communication across the home and wider organisation.
- Chair meetings and contribute to care planning and review processes.
- Support the management of health, safety, and risk within the home.
- Ensure a safe, clean, and nurturing environment is maintained.
- Monitor health and safety compliance, training, and risk assessments.
- Promote safe working practices across the team.
- Assist in managing staffing rotas and allocated budgets.
- Ensure resources are used effectively and responsibly.
- Support compliance with financial policies, procedures, and recording systems.
- Highlight and report financial discrepancies when required.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with:
- Families and carers
- Social Workers
- Local Authorities
- Independent Visitors
- Ofsted
- Therapeutic and specialist support services
- Promote partnership working to achieve the best outcomes for children and young people.
- Build and maintain positive links within the local community.
- Understanding the impact of trauma, attachment difficulties, and adverse childhood experiences.
- Using empathy, patience, and emotionally responsive approaches when supporting young people.
- Applying effective de-escalation strategies and positive behaviour support techniques.
- Helping children build resilience, confidence, and healthy relationships.
- Creating an environment where children feel safe, valued, heard, and respected.
- Participating in reflective practice, supervision, and ongoing professional development.
- Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare, Health & Social Care, or equivalent.
- Commitment to completing a Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification (if not already achieved).
- Experience working with children and young people in a residential, care, education, or similar setting.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care and positive behaviour support.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
- Ability to remain calm and effective during challenging situations.
- Strong report-writing and record-keeping skills.
- IT literacy and confidence using electronic recording systems.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Previous experience as a Deputy Manager, Team Leader, or Senior Residential Worker.
- Experience managing and developing teams.
- Knowledge of Ofsted regulations, Quality Standards, and Children's Home legislation.
- Experience conducting audits, quality assurance activities, and service improvement projects.
- Experience supporting children with:
- Trauma backgrounds
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- ADHD
- Learning disabilities
- Complex emotional and behavioural needs
- Training in trauma-informed practice, Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), safeguarding, or de-escalation techniques.
- First Aid qualification.
Our values shape the way we work. We are Supportive, Ambitious, Loyal, Unique, Transparent, Engaging and Meaningful in everything we do.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps and bereavement support.
- Free online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover and menopause support.
- Flexible pay through Stream, utility bill savings, MoneyHelper and Life Assurance.
- Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts and National Trust activities.
- You’ll receive training, ongoing support and opportunities to develop your skills and career in social care.
At Salutem Care and Education, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of the children, young people, and adults we support, and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment.
All appointments are subject to robust safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (including relevant barred list checks where applicable), satisfactory references, and any other pre-employment checks required for the role.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who share our values and commitment to making a positive difference.
We are committed to ensuring that safeguarding is a top priority. Therefore, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we will carry out online searches on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence process
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