Deputy Manager Residential Children Home

Brook Street Social Care; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care provider is seeking a committed Deputy Manager to support children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs in Salisbury. The role includes mentoring staff and ensuring compliance with safeguarding policies. Candidates should have a Level 3 Diploma, at least a year of relevant experience, and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a £5,000 welcome bonus and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

£5,000 Welcome bonus

Annual Christmas bonus

Blue Light Card and Tastecard discounts

Buy/sell annual leave

Free eye tests

Life assurance

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.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Decision-making

Knowledge of safeguarding

Flexible and team-focused attitude

Education

Level 3 Diploma (Children & Young People's Workforce)

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 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

• 5,000 Welcome bonus
• 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
  and much much more.

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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