Deputy Manager
Priority Recruitment
Location: Wiltshire, SN12 8BN
Pay rate: £35,152 per annum
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift and schedule:
Shift pattern:
160 hours per month (average 40 hours per week)
Rota basis: 2 days on + sleep-in, followed by 4 days off
Priority Recruitment are excited to present this excellent Deputy Manager opportunity in Wiltshire.
This is a key leadership role supporting children and young people within a residential care setting, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and operational excellence. You will play a vital role in supporting the Registered Manager, leading the team, and helping young people achieve positive outcomes.
We are looking for a confident and experienced individual who can lead by example, inspire a team, and contribute to the smooth running of the home. This role is ideal for someone ready to step into senior leadership and progress within residential childcare.
Salary & Benefits:
- £35,152 per annum
- Sleep-in shifts included within rota (sleep-in rate to be confirmed if applicable)
- Weekly pay every Friday
- DBS fees reimbursed
- Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £500 per referral
- Access to 30,000+ national and local employee discounts (electronics, food, travel, fitness and more)
- Access to 100+ free virtual courses, live and on-demand, to support your professional development
- Supporting children and young people in a residential care setting
- Leading and developing a team of support staff
- Supporting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home
- Ensuring compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
- Supporting the management of the home and deputising in the Manager’s absence
- Leading shifts and providing guidance and direction to staff
- Supervising staff performance and supporting development
- Ensuring safeguarding and child protection procedures are followed at all times
- Supporting care planning, reviews, and outcomes for young people
- Managing health & safety processes and risk assessments within the home
- Supporting audits, inspections (Ofsted), and quality assurance processes
- Liaising with external professionals including local authorities, schools, and health services
- Supporting budget awareness and resource management within the home
- Leading and supporting staff induction, training, and ongoing development
- Ensuring the home environment is safe, welcoming, and well-maintained
- Supporting high standards of care, structure, and routine
- Promoting a positive and homely environment for young people
- Previous experience in children’s residential care (essential)
- Experience in a senior or leadership role (preferred)
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and Children’s Homes Regulations
- Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team
- Confident decision-maker with a calm and resilient approach
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Flexible to work shifts, including sleep-ins and weekends
- Commitment to continuous professional development
Apply now for more details, we’d love to hear from you!
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