Deputy Manager

saha; Preston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Healthcare cash back plan

Matched pension up to 6%

Enhanced family leave

Sick pay

Loans and wellbeing support

Volunteer days

Cycle to work scheme

Private medical insurance

Career development opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Salvation Army Homes is seeking a proactive deputy manager on a 12 month fixed term contract to support a high-standard supported accommodation service for 12-24-year-olds. You will assist the service manager in creating structures and culture that help residents and staff thrive.

Based primarily at the Merriweather site with occasional Preston Foyer duties, the role requires leading a multi-disciplinary team, delivering plans, and maintaining compliance with OFSTED and internal procedures.

Qualifications

• Understanding of supported accommodation and/or youth homelessness.
• Experience leading within a multi-disciplinary team and/or managing staff.
• Advantaged Thinking and trauma-informed approach to supporting young people.
• Strong alignment with SPIRE, Salvation Army Homes’ values.
• Ability to work independently and take the lead on projects contributing to service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Support the staff team in creating a young person-centred, transparent culture.
• Drive forward on plans/goals within the service (co-production, Advantaged Thinking, etc.).
• Work with key partners and stakeholders (Foyer Federation, Salvation Army Church).
• Ensure compliance with internal/external procedures and OFSTED requirements.
• Be part of a 24/7-365 day on‑call rota.

Skills

Understanding of supported accom­moda​

Experience leading within a multi‑dis­

Advantaged Thinking and trauma‑in­form

Values alignment with Salvation Army H

Independent working and project lead

Job description

Salvation Army Homes

The Role

We are looking for a proactive and dedicated deputy manager, on a 12 month fixed term contract, to help deliver the goals and vision of our high standard supported accommodation service. The service is for 12-24-year-olds who have either experienced homelessness or are moving on from a children’s home setting.

The deputy manager will support the service manager in creating and maintaining the necessary structures and culture, to allow the young people and staff team to thrive.

What you’ll be doing

• Support the staff team in creating a young person centred, transparent and affirmative culture.
• Drive forward on the many plans/goals within the service, e.g. co-production, Advantaged Thinking etc.
• Work with key partners and stakeholders including the Foyer Federation and the Salvation Army Church.
• Ensure the service is compliant with all internal and external procedures/expectations/obligations, including the OFSTED.
• Be part of a 24/7 - 365 day on-call rota.

What you’ll bring

• An understanding of supported accommodation and/or youth homelessness.
• Experience leading within a multi-disciplinary team and/or managing/supporting staff in the fulfilment of their roles.
• An Advantaged Thinking and trauma informed approach to the support of young people.
• A strong sense of values and purpose, that aligns with SPIRE, Salvation Army Homes’ values.
• Ability to work independently and take the lead on projects that contribute towards the services delivery plan.

Working Arrangements

The role is primarily based at the Merriweather site, though as we operate two sites, there may be occasion to work at our Preston Foyer site. The post is principally Monday-Friday, though some weekend and/or evening work may be required, as per needs of the service.

Our Offer

In return, we offer a competitive and supportive benefits package, including:

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days
• Westfield Healthcare Cash Back Plan (including cashback for optical, dental, therapies, plus 24/7 GP access and counselling support)
• Matched pension scheme up to 6% (with salary sacrifice option)
• Enhanced family leave from day one, including enhanced maternity/adoption and paternity pay
• Occupational sick pay
• Financial support options, including season ticket loans, emergency loans, mortgage advice and wellbeing support
• Paid volunteering days
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted private medical insurance
• Support to learn, broaden your skills and develop your career
• A fun and inclusive work culture where individual differences are valued and championed

Closing date: 12 September 2026 (please note we may close the vacancy early if we receive a large volume of applications)

About Us

Founded in 1959, Salvation Army Homes is a registered provider and exempt charity, and a subsidiary of The Salvation Army. We are a specialist provider of housing and support services across England, owning and managing around 4,500 homes in partnership with 79 local authorities. We provide general needs housing, supported accommodation, and homes for older people.

If you join our passionate staff team you will be contributing to our mission; “Safe Homes. Transform Lives” where you will make a positive difference to residents, who are at the heart of everything we do.

Guaranteed interview scheme: Please let us know if you have a disability, are a Salvation Army Homes resident or ex-resident, are a care leaver, or ex veteran as we guarantee an interview if you meet the minimum requirements of the role.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, Salvation Army Homes is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We invite and welcome applications to apply for Salvation Army Homes opportunities without concern of bias or discrimination.

If you require any adjustments or support to enable you to participate fully in the selection process, please let us know. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience.