Deputy Manager

Brook Street UK; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in Swindon is seeking a committed Deputy Manager to support children with emotional and behavioral needs. This role is perfect for a Senior Support Worker ready for a leadership position in a nurturing home. Responsibilities include leading and mentoring staff, overseeing safeguarding, managing rotas, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a welcome bonus and overtime pay.

Benefits

£5,000 Welcome bonus

£5 extra per hour overtime

Sleep-ins at £65 each

Qualifications

• 1+ year as Senior Residential Support Worker or Deputy.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager in creating a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.
• Manage rotas, incidents, and staff supervision.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted and safeguarding policies.

Skills

Leading and mentoring residential care staff

Overseeing safeguarding and quality of care

Calm leadership in crisis situations

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People’s Workforce

Job description

Job Description

Deputy Manager

Residential Children Home

Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire

Salary: £30,048 - £33,168 per year based on 160 hours month

Sleep-ins: min 4 per month at £65 each

£5,000 Welcome bonus

Overtime: £5 extra per hour over contract

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 Workfo...