Residential Child care Deputy Manager Melksham. Job in Melksham Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

A supportive care organization in Melksham seeks a Deputy Manager to lead residential care for children with emotional needs. This role involves mentoring staff, overseeing care quality, and ensuring compliance. Candidates should have leadership experience and a Level 3 Diploma in Children's Workforce. The role includes a £5,000 welcome bonus and various benefits.

Benefits

Annual Christmas bonus

Referral scheme

Discounts with Blue Light Card and Tastecard

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.
• Good leadership, organization, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager in creating a safe environment.
• Lead and mentor residential care staff.
• Oversee safeguarding and quality of care.
• Manage rotas, incidents, and staff supervision.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted and safeguarding policies.

Skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of safeguarding

Organizational skills

Decision-making skills

Flexible team-focused attitude

Education

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

Job description

Deputy Manager Residential Children Home

Location: Melksham, Wiltshire
Salary: 30,048 per year based on 160 hours month
Sleep-ins: 4 months at 65 each
Overtime: 5 extra per hour over contract

5,000 Welcome bonus

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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