Job Title: Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home Location: Melksham Pay: £15.65 per hour Hours: 160 hours per month ⏰ Employment Type: Permanent Service: Children’s Residential Home (4-bed) Service Users: Children and young people aged 8–17 with EBD Qualifications Required: Level 3 Children & Young Persons Workforce (essential) and QCF Level 5 Leadership/Management (or prepared to study) The Home This is a 4-bed children’s residential home in Stone, Staffordshire (ST15 0HE), supporting young people aged 8–17 with EBD. The home provides a safe, structured, and nurturing environment with a strong focus on safeguarding, consistency, and positive outcomes. Who we are looking for… We are seeking a confident and supportive Deputy Manager to work closely with the Registered Manager and help lead the home day-to-day. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the Registered Manager with the smooth running of the home Leading shifts and modelling high standards of care and safeguarding practice Mentoring, coaching, and supervising staff to ensure consistent delivery Supporting care planning, risk management, key work, and placement stability Maintaining accurate recording and contributing to inspection readiness Building a positive culture where young people feel safe, listened to, and supported Requirements ✅ Level 3 Children & Young Persons Workforce (essential) Experience within Ofsted-registered children’s residential care Willingness to work towards QCF Level 5 Leadership/Management (if not already held) Strong safeguarding knowledge and confident decision-making A calm, consistent leadership style and strong communication skills Why this role… Real Living Wage employer High-quality CPD and ongoing professional development Face-to-face therapeutic training and support via an internal programme SHINE therapeutic support programme for colleagues Tastecard, Blue Light Card & MyGym discounts Christmas bonus Generous Refer-a-Friend scheme Financial wellbeing service Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential support Supportive leadership and a strong focus on staff wellbeing Sponsorship is not available How to apply If you are ready to step into a Deputy Manager role in Stone (ST15 0HE) and support young people aged 8–17 with EBD, apply today. To apply, click the apply button or contact us for more information. job@sgscare.co.uk