Deputy Manager Residential Children Home Location: Melksham, Wiltshire Salary: 30,048 per year based on 160 hours month Sleep-ins: 4 month at 65 each Overtime: 5 extra per hour over contractStep 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 RoleYou''ll support the Home Manager in creating a safe, structured, and nurturing environment. Duties include:Leading and mentoring residential care staffOverseeing safeguarding and quality of careManaging rotas, incidents, and staff supervisionSupporting care planning and behaviour strategiesLiaising with families, professionals, and external agenciesEnsuring compliance with Ofsted and safeguarding policiesProviding calm leadership in crisis situationsShifts include evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.What You''ll Need1+ year as Senior Residential Support Worker or DeputyLevel 3 Diploma (Children and Young People''s Workforce or equivalent)Strong knowledge of safeguarding, trauma, and behaviour supportGood leadership, organisation, and decision-making skillsFlexible, team-focused attitudeUK driving licence preferred.Benefits:Annual Christmas bonus 2,500 referral schemeBlue Light Card and Tastecard discountsBuy/sell annual leaveFree eye tests, life assurance, and ..... full job details .....