Job Description

Deputy Manager - Therapeutic Children's Home

Location:

Chippenham

Salary:

Up to 40,000 (inclusive of performance bonuses)

Contract:

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

Lead with Personality. Support with Purpose.

We're looking for a

genuine, grounded, and energetic Deputy Manager

to join a small therapeutic children's home in

Chippenham

, home to

three boys

with emotional and behavioural needs (EBD).

This isn't your typical setting. Backed by a psychologist, therapy specialists, and a responsive support network, this is a home where emotional safety, fun, and resilience go hand in hand. We want someone who can stay calm under pressure, crack a joke when it's needed, and still hold boundaries with confidence and care.

If you're looking for a long-term leadership role in a home that values your personality as much as your paperwork--this one's for you.

What You'll Be Doing

Assisting the Registered Manager in running the home with energy and structure Supervising and mentoring staff, ensuring therapeutic care is consistent and meaningful Helping to create a stable environment that supports the emotional and practical development of boys aged 10-17 Contributing to care plans, safeguarding processes, and team wellbeing Liaising with social workers, therapists, families, and other professionals Supporting recruitment, inductions, and team development

What We're Looking For

At least

2 years of supervisory experience

in a residential or childcare setting

Minimum 2 years working directly with children

, ideally in a children's home A

Level 4 qualification

in a relevant field (Residential Childcare, Health & Social Care, Education, or Young People's Workforce) Thick-skinned but warm-hearted - someone who can handle hard days and still show up with humour and humanity A team player with

natural leadership skills

and great emotional intelligence

Why You'll Love Working Here

Bonus opportunities based on performance Thrive in a

genuinely therapeutic culture

with a dedicated in-house therapy team Activities, routines, and wellbeing are supported by an

engagement coordinator

Access to ongoing support from the

HR, therapy, and maintenance teams

Be part of a service where

managers shape the systems

, not the other way round A chance to influence young lives in a home that values fun, structure, and emotional growth

We're not just hiring a Deputy - we're welcoming a role model, motivator, and all-round team player. Sound like your kind of place? We'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 37,880.00-41,309.40 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

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

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