Deputy Manager- Children's Home

SGS Care Ltd; Radstock; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established company is seeking a passionate Deputy Manager for a children's residential home in Radstock. The role involves leading a dedicated team to provide high-quality care for young people with learning disabilities and emotional difficulties. An NVQ Level 3 qualification is essential alongside practical experience in residential care. The position offers competitive benefits and a supportive environment aimed at staff development.

Benefits

Bonuses

Pension

Mobile phone

28 days annual leave + 3 paid wellness days

Wellness Programme including Wellness Wednesdays

Birthday leave

Free meals & casual dress

On-site parking

Discounted health & wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in a children’s residential care setting as a Senior Support Worker.
• UK driving licence required.
• Confident in leading staff teams and safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead staff teams in delivering trauma-informed care.
• Ensure safeguarding practices are upheld.
• Commit to reflective practice and therapeutic methods.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

Job Title: Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home
Location: Radstock, Bath
Salary: £35,276 per annum (includes 1 sleep-in per week)
Working Hour: Mix of 07:30–21:30 (on shift) and 08:30–16:30 (admin shifts)
Number of Sleeps Required: 1 per week
Pay Per Sleep: £63
Service: Children’s Home
Service Users: YPs with Learning Disabilities and Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
Qualifications Required: NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare
Experience in Years Required: Minimum 1 year in a children’s residential care setting as a Senior Support Worker
Employment Type: Permanent

The Home:

• Location: Radstock, Bath

• Type of YPs: Learning Disabilities, EBD

• Ofsted Rating: Not specified

• Ratio of Staff to Children: High support levels, therapeutic staffing

Who we are looking for…

A passionate and trauma-informed leader
Confident in leading staff teams and safeguarding practices
Committed to reflective practice and therapeutic care
Experienced in residential childcare with a minimum of 1 year in a senior role
NVQ Level 3 qualified with a UK driving licence
Strong communicator with nurturing and empathetic leadership

Sponsorship is not available
Individuals with only CQC experience and who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Children’s Home will not be considered

Who you will be working for…

A small, progressive, trauma-informed provider of children's homes
Proud members of The Consortium of Therapeutic Communities (TCTC)
️ Operate a growing number of therapeutic homes with a commitment to child-centred practice
Ambitious future plans, with emphasis on staff development and service quality

Why this Home & Company…

Progression Opportunity: Senior leadership mentoring and development pathways
Qualification Opportunity: NVQ Level 5 offered
Benefits:

• Bonuses

• Pension

• Mobile phone

• 28 days annual leave + 3 paid wellness days

• Staff Wellness Programme including Wellness Wednesdays

• Birthday leave

• Free meals & casual dress

• On-site parking

• Discounted health & wellbeing initiatives

Ethos & Culture:

• Trauma-informed and emotionally warm

• Community-based and reflective working

• Supportive and family-feel environment

• Committed to staff wellbeing and team support

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client's professional and dedicated team, they encourage you to apply today.
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