Deputy Manager

Brook Street UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A Children's Care Provider in Wiltshire seeks a Deputy Manager to support children with emotional needs. The role involves mentoring staff, ensuring compliance with care policies, and managing care strategies. Ideal for someone with leadership skills and relevant experience. Offering an annual salary of £30,048 plus benefits including bonuses and training opportunities, this position is a chance to make a real difference in young people's lives.

Benefits

Annual Christmas bonus

£2,500 referral scheme

Blue Light Card and Tastecard discounts

Buy / sell annual leave

Free eye tests and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year as Senior Residential Support Worker or Deputy.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and trauma-informed care.
• Flexible and team-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager in creating a safe environment.
• Lead and mentor residential care staff.
• Oversee safeguarding and quality of care.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding

Behaviour support

Organization

Decision-making

Education

Level 3 Diploma (Children & Young People's Workforce or equivalent)

Job description

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 :

0117 948 6300

M : 07929 476065

Call, text, or WhatsApp with questions or to express interest.

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