Deputy Manager Residential Children home. Job in Melksham Education & Training Jobs

Brook Street; Melksham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's care provider in Melksham is seeking a Deputy Manager to support children with emotional and behavioural needs. This role involves leading the care team and ensuring a safe environment. Candidates should have a Level 3 Diploma and experience in residential care. The position offers competitive salary and benefits including a Christmas bonus and additional training opportunities.

Benefits

Annual Christmas bonus

£2,500 referral scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Free eye tests

Life assurance

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor residential care staff.
• Oversee safeguarding and quality of care.
• Manage rotas, incidents, and staff supervision.
• Support care planning and behaviour strategies.
• Liaise with families and professionals.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies.
• Provide leadership in crisis situations.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Decision-making

Knowledge of safeguarding

Team-focused attitude

Education

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

Job description

Deputy Manager Children Home

Location: Melksham, Wiltshire
Salary: £30,048 per year based on 160 hours month
Sleep-ins: 4 month at £65 each

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

To apply or find out more, contact Louise: T: M: Call, text, or WhatsApp with questions or to express interest.