Deputy Manager - Children's Assessment Home (3-Bed EBD)
Location: Whiteparish, Salisbury, SP5 2SJ
Hours: 40 hours per week (approx. 160 hours per month)
Pay Rate: £16.50 per hour + £5.00 overtime rate
Sleep-In Rate: £65 per shift
We are seeking a committed and experienced Deputy Manager to join our new 3-bedroom Children's Assessment Home.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in establishing a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where children receive high-quality assessments to support positive outcomes.
About You
We are looking for a strong, passionate leader who is dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people.
- NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (essential)
- Level 5 in Leadership & Management (desirable or willingness to work towards)
- Minimum 2-3 years' experience in residential childcare (including supervisory responsibilities)
- Full UK manual driving licence
- Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding practices
The Role
As Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance, and assessment practice.
- Support the development and management of the service in line with regulatory requirements
- Lead shifts and supervise staff, promoting a positive and accountable team culture
- Deliver high-quality, child-centred care and assessment
- Monitor and review care plans, risk assessments, and reports
- Deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and support assessment placements for children
- Ensure accurate observation, recording, and report writing
- Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment
- Promote positive outcomes through effective care planning
- Ensure safeguarding and child protection procedures are consistently followed
- Work collaboratively with external professionals and stakeholders
Essential Skills & Experience
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Experience supporting children with complex needs and behaviours
- Confident managing challenging behaviours in a calm, professional manner
- Excellent communication, organisation, and report-writing skills
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care and child development
- Experience within residential, secure, or custodial settings (desirable)
What We Offer
- Competitive salary with clear progression opportunities
- Real Living Wage employer
- Generous Refer-a-Friend scheme
- Access to Tastecard, Blue Light Card, and gym discounts
- Financial wellbeing support
- Life assurance
- Comprehensive induction programme (including shadowing and face-to-face training)
- Ongoing CPD and career development opportunities
- Therapeutic training via the SHINE programme
- Employee Assistance Programme (confidential support)
- Supportive leadership team and positive working environment
Apply Now
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and help shape a high-quality children's assessment service, we'd love to hear from you.