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Deputy Manager Children Assessment Home (3-Bed EBD) Salisbury

Job Posted: 5 hours ago

Salary: £ 31,680 - 31,680 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Deputy Manager - Children's Assessment Home (3-Bed EBD)

Location: Whiteparish, Salisbury, SP5 2SJ
 Salary: £16.50 per hour + £5.00 overtime rate Basic £34,320
 Sleep-In Rate: £65 per shift
 Hours: 40 hours per week

Overview

We are recruiting an experienced and motivated Deputy Manager to join a new 3-bed Children's Assessment Home supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs (EBD).

This is an opportunity to be part of a developing service, playing a key role in creating a structured, safe, and nurturing environment were high-quality assessments lead to positive outcomes.

Role Purpose

You will support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day management of the home, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and compliance with Ofsted regulations and Children's Homes Quality Standards.

You will lead shifts, supervise staff, and contribute to the development of a therapeutic and outcome-focused service.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Management

Support the setup and development of the service
Deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager
Lead shifts and ensure safe staffing levels
Promote a positive, accountable team cultureCare & Assessment Delivery

Oversee assessment placements and care delivery
Monitor and review care plans, risk assessments, and reports
Ensure accurate recording, observations, and report writing
Promote structured, consistent, and child-centred careSafeguarding & Compliance

Ensure safeguarding and child protection procedures are followed
Maintain compliance with Ofsted and Children's Homes Regulations
Support audits, inspections, and quality assurance processesPartnership Working

Liaise with local authorities, social workers, and professionals
Contribute to care planning and review meetings
Support positive outcomes for children and young peopleRequirements

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (essential)
Level 5 in Leadership & Management (desirable or willingness to complete)
Minimum 2-3 years' experience in children's residential care
Experience in a senior or supervisory role
Full UK manual driving licence
Strong knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted regulationsSkills & Experience

Strong leadership and team management ability
Experience supporting children with EBD and complex behaviours
Confident managing challenging situations calmly and professionally
Excellent communication and report-writing skills
Understanding of trauma-informed care and child development
Experience in residential, secure, or custodial settings (desirable)Benefits

Competitive salary and overtime opportunities
Clear career progression pathway
Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme
Access to discounts (Tastecard, Blue Light Card, gym memberships)
Financial wellbeing support
Life assurance
Comprehensive induction and training programme
Ongoing CPD and career development
Therapeutic training (SHINE programme)
Employee Assistance Programme
Supportive management team and positive working environmentApply

If you are looking for your next step in residential childcare and want to be part of a service focused on quality, structure, and outcomes, apply today

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