Deputy Manager - Children's Home

Sgscare; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 22,730; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime paid at £5 per hour

Sleep-in payments of £65

Job summary

An established children's residential care provider in Salisbury is seeking a Deputy Manager for their new assessment home. This role involves ensuring high standards of care and supporting staff development for children aged 8–17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties. The position offers competitive pay of £16.50 per hour, plus overtime and sleep-in allowances. Join at an early stage and shape the culture and standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in daily leadership and operations.
• Ensure high standards of care and staff development.
• Contribute to care planning and compliance with Ofsted standards.

Skills

Experience within Children’s Residential

Leadership skills

Resilience

Education

Level 3 Children & Young People’s Workforce

Job description

Job Details

• Job Title: Deputy Manager – NEW Assessment Home
• Location: Whiteparish, Salisbury (SP5 2SJ)
• Salary: £16.50 per hour
• Overtime Rate: £5 per hour
• Sleep-ins: £65 per sleep-in
• Working Hours / Shift Pattern: 160 hours per month
• Employment Type: Permanent

Service

• Service: NEW Assessment Home
• Number of Beds: 3
• Service Users: Children aged 8–17 years with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualifications Required: Level 3 Children & Young People’s Workforce
• Experience Required: Experience within Children’s Residential, Mental Health, or Secure Unit settings

The Home

This is a new 3-bed assessment home supporting children aged 8–17 with EBD. The service is designed to deliver structured, high-quality assessments that inform long-term care planning, requiring strong leadership, consistency, and resilience.

Role Overview

Our client is seeking a Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day leadership and operation of the home. You will play a key role in ensuring high standards of care, supporting staff development, and maintaining a safe, structured environment for young people.

You will contribute to care planning, risk management, safeguarding practices, and the overall development of the service, ensuring compliance with Ofsted standards and regulations.

Employer

• Company type/size: Established children’s residential care provider

Why this home and company

This is an opportunity to join a new service at an early stage, allowing you to shape the culture, standards, and outcomes from day one. The assessment model offers focused and meaningful work, supporting young people at critical stages of their journey.

Training & Development

Ongoing training and development opportunities within children’s residential care

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of £16.50 per hour
• Overtime paid at an additional £5 per hour
• Sleep-in payments of £65 per sleep

Ethos

Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, ensuring each child receives the care, stability, and support they need to progress positively.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship is not available.

How to apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.