Deputy Manager - Join a High-Performing Team in a Dual Needs Home

Location: Swindon | Salary: £32,000-£35,000 + Sleep-in Payments (up to £38,276 total)

Looking for your next step in a supportive, well-resourced children's home? We're recruiting a Deputy Manager for a 5-bed home in Swindon that supports children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Learning Disabilities (LD). With a stable, experienced staff team and strong leadership in place, this is a fantastic opportunity to focus on quality care and meaningful leadership.

About the Role:

You'll be working closely with the Registered Manager to ensure smooth daily operations and outstanding care for up to 5 children — currently 3 in placement. Your responsibilities will include:

Leading and supporting a confident, high-performing staff team

Promoting therapeutic, person-centred care in line with Ofsted standards

Overseeing shift planning, staff development, and care planning

Supporting safeguarding, compliance, and day-to-day home management

While occasional sleep-ins may be required, they are not guaranteed due to strong staffing levels

What Makes This Exciting:

Work with a strong, well-established team - less firefighting, more forward planning

Dual registration - enhance your experience across both EBD and LD support

Spacious 5-bed home - room to deliver impactful, individualised care

Supportive leadership - collaborate with a committed Registered Manager

Competitive salary - up to £38,276 including sleep-ins

About You:

We're looking for a confident and proactive leader who thrives in a collaborative environment:

Residential childcare experience with EBD and/or LD is essential

Previous leadership experience in a Deputy or Senior role preferred

Level 3 Diploma (Residential Childcare) required; open to or working towards Level 5

A calm, organised approach with a real commitment to improving children's lives

Confident with safeguarding and Ofsted standards

Why Join This Provider?

This provider combines strong values with clear structure and support. You'll be joining a team that takes pride in quality care, invests in staff development, and promotes from within. With a culture of stability and focus, it's a great place to continue growing your career.

How to Apply:

If this sounds like your next step, we'd love to hear from you. Contact us today on (phone number removed) for a confidential chat or apply now to take the leap