Deputy Manager Residential Child care Melksham

Brook Street Social Care; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable residential care provider in Melksham is seeking a Deputy Manager for their children's home. The ideal candidate will have at least one year as a Senior Residential Support Worker or Deputy and possess a Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People’s Workforce. Responsibilities include overseeing care quality and mentoring staff. This role offers a competitive salary plus benefits including a Christmas bonus and training opportunities.

Benefits

Annual Christmas bonus

2,500 referral scheme

Blue Light Card and Tastecard discounts

Buy/sell annual leave

Free eye tests, life assurance, and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• 1+ year as Senior Residential Support Worker or Deputy.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, trauma, and behaviour support.
• UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leading and mentoring residential care staff.
• Overseeing safeguarding and quality of care.
• Managing rotas, incidents, and staff supervision.
• Supporting care planning and behaviour strategies.
• Ensuring compliance with Ofsted and safeguarding policies.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Decision-making skills

Knowledge of safeguarding

Flexible, team-focused attitude

Education

Level 3 Diploma (Children & Young People’s Workforce or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Deputy Manager Residential Children Home
Location: Melksham, Wiltshire
Salary: 30,048 per year based on 160 hours month
Sleep-ins: 4 month at 65 each
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 Workforce or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, trauma, and behaviour support
• Good leadership, organisation, and decision-making skills
• Flexible, team-focused attitude
• UK driving licence preferred.

Benefits

• Annual Christmas bonus
• 2,500 referral scheme
• Blue Light Card and Tastecard discounts
• Buy/sell annual leave
• Free eye tests, life assurance, and wellbeing support

Development

• Comprehensive induction
• Access to internal training and qualifications
• Regular trauma-informed training
• Progression routes to Registered Manager and beyond

Culture

• Supportive and inclusive team
• Recognition and open communication
• Strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional growth

Apply Now

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