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Deputy Manager Children Home

United Kingdom, Bridgwater Employment contract 38161.78 GBP / Year · Job Posted May 20, 2026
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If you are passionate, skilled, and motivated to join a team where no two days are the same, this could be your perfect next move. We are looking for a Children's Home Deputy Manager who brings skill, heart and beaming with positivity to our team. This is your chance to contribute to a warm, nurturing home where our children feel safe, supported and genuinely cared for. You will be leading shifts, supporting staff, and working closely with the Registered Manager keeping everything running smoothly and in line with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015. The successful candidate will be: Organised, professional and proactive: you will have strong administrative skills and keep things running like clockwork; A natural leader- guiding and inspiring others; Fun, resilient, and full of energy- Our children deserve adults who bring happiness and fun as well as stability; Committed to outstanding care:- you want the best outcomes for our children

Job Responsibility

  • Leading shifts
  • Supporting staff
  • Working closely with the Registered Manager keeping everything running smoothly and in line with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015

Requirements

  • A full driving licence
  • Essential: NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare
  • Desirable: NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management
  • Experience in children’s residential care

Nice to have

NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management

What we offer

  • Free personable mortgage advice
  • Blue Light Card access
  • Staff discount scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Health & wellbeing support via the Wisdom app
  • NEST pension
  • Paid training & development (including apprenticeships)
  • A supportive, innovative team
  • The chance to make a meaningful, lasting difference

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