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Deputy Manager Children Assessment Home

United Kingdom, Salisbury 31680.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted April 11, 2026
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Deputy Manager - Children's Assessment Home (3-Bed EBD). 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. 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.

Job Responsibility

  • 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
  • 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

Requirements

  • 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
  • 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

Nice to have

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
  • Sleep-In Rate: £65 per shift
  • Overtime rate: £5.00 per hour

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