Deputy Manager Residential Child care Chippenham

Brook Street Social Care; England; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's care provider in Chippenham seeks a dedicated Deputy Manager to oversee operations in a therapeutic children's home. The role involves mentoring a care team, ensuring high standards of care, and creating a nurturing environment for children. Candidates should have experience in residential care and a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. This position offers a salary of £35,000 and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Therapeutic training and continuous professional development

Supportive leadership team

Clear career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year's experience in a senior role within a residential children's setting.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Clear enhanced DBS and suitable references.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day management of the home.
• Supervise and develop the care team through reflective and therapeutic practice.
• Oversee care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Mentoring skills

Knowledge of Trauma-Informed Practice

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Overview

DEPUTY MANAGER THERAPEUTIC CHILDREN HOME

Location: Chippenham, Wiltshire

Salary: 35,000 per annum

Contact: Louise - (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) (Call, Text, or WhatsApp)

Are you an experienced leader in children's residential care, ready to take the next step in a truly therapeutic, relationship-focused setting?

We're recruiting on behalf of a trusted provider of therapeutic care seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager to join a small, nurturing children's home in Chippenham, Wiltshire.

This is more than a job - it's a chance to make a real difference.

About the Role

As Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Manager in the daily operations of the home. You'll lead and mentor the team, maintain high standards of care, and help create a safe, consistent, and healing environment for children who have experienced trauma.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year's experience in a senior role within a residential children's setting

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (essential)

• Knowledge of Trauma-Informed Practice, PACE, and therapeutic approaches

• Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills

• Full UK Driving Licence

• Clear enhanced DBS and suitable references

Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day management of the home

• Supervise and develop the care team through reflective and therapeutic practice

• Oversee care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies

• Promote an emotionally warm, trauma-informed culture

• Ensure full compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015

• Participate in the out-of-hours management rota

What's On Offer

• 35,000 per year

• Therapeutic training and continuous professional development

• Supportive leadership team and healthy working culture

• Clear career progression opportunities

• The chance to make a lasting impact in young people's lives

Ready to Find Out More?

For a confidential chat or to apply, contact Louise:

(phone number removed) or (phone number removed) (Call, Text or WhatsApp)