Job Description
At Nurture Bridge, we provide therapeutic, nurturing homes for children and young people aged 717 with emotional and behavioural needs. Our mission is to create safe, structured environments where children can heal, grow, and thrive.
We are now seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Manager to join our team at Woodview House. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills who is passionate about making a lasting difference and who is looking to progress into a Registered Manager role in the future. We are committed to developing and supporting the right person on that journey.
About You
You are a confident, compassionate leader with a proven background in residential childcare. You bring:
A strong understanding of trauma-informed practice
A commitment to safeguarding and high-quality care
The ability to inspire, guide, and support a team
Ambition to grow into a Registered Manager role
Essential Requirements
Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England)
Minimum 2 years experience in a childrens residential setting
Experience supervising or managing staff
Aged 21 or over (per Childrens Homes Regulations)
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Desirable
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards)
Knowledge of the Childrens Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
Experience working within therapeutic or trauma-informed models of care
Key Responsibilities
As Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring high standards of care, compliance, and team performance. Responsibilities include:
Leading and supervising staff to deliver consistent, child-centred care
Supporting with audits, rotas, and operational planning
Conducting supervisions, appraisals, and performance monitoring
Overseeing placement plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies
Ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed and concerns escalated appropriately
Promoting a positive, therapeutic environment that builds emotional resilience
Liaising with families, social workers, and external professionals
Supporting budgeting, record-keeping, and regulatory compliance
Acting as a role model and mentor to junior staff
Work Schedule & Wellbeing
We recognise the demands of leadership in residential care and are committed to supporting your wellbeing:
Structured full-time role with protected time off
Split shifts to promote work-life balance
Sleep-ins paid at £60 per night
Regular 1:1s, reflective supervision, and team development sessions
Why Join Nurture Bridge?
Competitive salary: £37,000£45,000
Clear progression pathway to Registered Manager
Ongoing training and leadership development
Supportive, reflective, and wellbeing-focused culture
Team events including coffee mornings, BBQs, and team lunches
Free on-site parking and company pension
Additional Information
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and full safer recruitment procedures
All offers are subject to a successful probationary period
Disqualification from Caring for Children (England) Regulations 2002 applies
You must have the right to work in the UK
Interested?
If youre ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and help shape a home where children feel safe, valued, and inspired, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal chat about the role, please get in touch.
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