Job Description

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Location:

Swindon

Salary:

Up to 40,000 (with bonuses)

Contract:

Full-time, permanent | Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm

A Home with Heart. A Team with Personality.

We're searching for a

dynamic, resilient, and down-to-earth Deputy Manager

to help lead a warm and welcoming 3-bed children's home in

Swindon

, supporting three girls with emotional and behavioural needs (EBD).

Rated

'Good' by Ofsted

, this is more than just a home - it's a genuine therapeutic space backed by an in-house psychologist, a dedicated therapy team, and a strong internal support network. If you're someone who brings humour, common sense, and calm confidence to challenging situations, you'll fit right in.

What You'll Be Doing

Supporting the Registered Manager in the smooth day-to-day running of the home Leading by example and guiding a close-knit staff team with regular supervisions Promoting emotional stability, structured routines, and positive outcomes for young people Building trusted relationships with professionals, families, and external partners Supporting recruitment, training, and staff development Contributing to therapeutic strategies in line with each young person's individual care plan Working Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm - no sleeps required (but flexibility is key)

What We're Looking For

Minimum 2 years' supervisory experience

in a children's or residential care setting At least

2 years of direct work with children

, ideally within a children's home A relevant

Level 4 qualification

- accepted areas include Residential Childcare, Health & Social Care, Education, or Young People's Workforce Strong emotional resilience - calm under pressure without being robotic A

bubbly, fun, and approachable personality

that can light up a room (no egos here!)

Why Join Us?

A genuinely

therapeutic culture

where staff wellness is taken seriously Regular activities led by a dedicated

engagement coordinator

On-hand support from a

psychologist, therapy team, HR, and maintenance

Freedom to contribute ideas - managers lead the systems, not the other way round A stable, purpose-driven home where your voice and impact matter

We're not just hiring a Deputy - we're looking for someone who'll bring laughter, structure, and strength to a small but mighty team. Ready to take the next step? Let's talk.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 38,000.00-40,155.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

Supervisory : 1 year (required) Working with children: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) (required)
Work Location: In person