Deputy Manager Residential Child care Chippenham
- Chippenham, Wiltshire
- £35,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
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 ROLEAs 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 FORMinimum 1 year's experience in a senior role within a residential children's settingLevel 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (essential)Knowledge of Trauma-Informed Practice, PACE, and therapeutic approachesStrong leadership, communication, and mentoring skillsFull UK Driving LicenceClear enhanced DBS and suitable referencesKEY RESPONSIBILITIESSupport the day-to-day management of the homeSupervise and develop the care team through reflective and therapeutic practiceOversee care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategiesPromote an emotionally warm, trauma-informed cultureEnsure full compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015Participate in the out-of-hours management rotaWHAT'S ON OFFER£35,000 per yearTherapeutic training and continuous professional developmentSupportive leadership team and healthy working cultureClear career progression opportunitiesThe chance to make a lasting impact in young people's livesREADY TO FIND OUT MORE?For a confidential chat or to apply, contact Louise:
0117 9486300 or 07929 476065
(Call, Text or WhatsApp)