Residential Child care Deputy Manager Chippenham

Brook Street; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted provider of therapeutic care is seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager to lead a small children's home in Chippenham, Wiltshire. This role involves supporting the Registered Manager, mentoring staff, and ensuring high standards of care. Candidates must have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and at least one year of experience in a senior role. The position offers £35,000 per year with opportunities for professional development and making a significant impact in children's lives.

Benefits

Therapeutic training

Continuous professional development

Healthy working culture

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year's experience in a senior role within a residential children's setting.
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential.
• Suitable references required.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day management of the home.
• Supervise and develop the care team through reflective practices.
• Oversee care plans and risk assessments.

Skills

Senior role experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Mentoring skills

Knowledge of Trauma-Informed Practice

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Tools

Clear enhanced DBS

Job description

DEPUTY MANAGER THERAPEUTIC CHILDREN'S HOME

Location: Chippenham, Wiltshire

Salary: £35,000 per annum
Contact: Louise - 0117 9486300 / 07929 476065 (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.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 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:
0117 9486300 or 07929 476065
(Call, Text or WhatsApp)