Deputy Manager - Children's Residential

Job Title: Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home
Location: Chippenham
Salary: £35,000 per annum (base) / £38,640 per annum (including 1 sleep-in per week which is option should a Candidate wish to increase there take home salary)
Working Hours: 42 hours per week 
Number of Sleeps Required: 1 per week
Pay Per Sleep: £70
Service: Children’s Home
Service Users: YPs with Learning Disabilities and Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
Qualifications Required: NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent 
Experience in Years Required: Minimum 1 year in a children’s residential care setting as a Senior Support Worker
Employment Type: Permanent

The Home:

Location: Chippenham

Type of YPs: Learning Disabilities, EBD

Ratio of Staff to Children: High support levels, therapeutic staffing

Who we are looking for…

A confident and trauma-informed leader who can support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home
Experienced in leading shifts, supervising staff, and maintaining high safeguarding standards
Committed to delivering consistent, therapeutic care to young people with complex needs
Minimum 1 year experience as a Senior Residential Support Worker within an Ofsted-regulated children’s home
NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle
Strong communication skills with a calm, nurturing leadership style

Sponsorship is not available
Individuals with only CQC experience and who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Children’s Home will not be considered

Who you will be working for…

Our client is a small, progressive provider of children’s residential care services
A therapeutic, child-centred approach sits at the core of their practice
️ Operate a number of homes supporting young people with EBD and Learning Disabilities
Continued growth plans with a strong focus on quality and staff development

Why this Home & Company…

Progression Opportunity: Clear pathway into Registered Manager and senior leadership roles
Qualification Opportunity: NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management fully supported
Benefits: Competitive salary with enhanced earnings through sleep-ins, pension, and ongoing training

Ethos & Culture:

Trauma-informed and relationship-based approach

Supportive and reflective team environment

Strong emphasis on consistency, structure, and outcomes for young people

How to Apply:

If you are looking to step into a Deputy Manager role within a supportive and growing provider, this is a strong opportunity to develop your leadership career.

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