Job Description
Children's Deputy Home Manager
Bracknell
Full-Time | Permanent
£34,700 – £40,700 (including sleep-ins)
6-Week Rolling Rota
Shift Pattern:
* 3pm – 11pm
* 10am – 11pm
* Sleep-ins included
Hourly Rate: £16.41 – £19.49 (depending on experience & qualifications) + sleep-ins
About the Role
Are you an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker or Deputy Home Manager ready to step up?
We’re looking for a passionate and driven Deputy Home Manager to support the Registered Manager in a 4-bed children’s home in Bracknell, helping to deliver outstanding care and outcomes for young people.
You’ll play a key role in creating a safe, stable, and nurturing environment, supporting young people who have experienced trauma to rebuild trust, develop independence, and achieve their goals.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the day-to-day running of the home
* Maintain high standards of care, safeguarding, and compliance
* Lead, supervise, and develop the staff team
* Promote trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches
* Act as a positive role model for young people
* Support young people to achieve personal goals and independence
* Assist with reports and regulatory requirements
About the Service
This service provides specialist residential care for young people aged 11–18 with complex needs, including those who have experienced significant trauma. The focus is on risk reduction, emotional development, and positive future outcomes through a structured, therapeutic approach.
Requirements
* Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent, e.g. Social Work Degree)
* Level 5 Leadership & Management (or willingness to work towards)
* Experience working with children in residential care
* Previous senior/deputy experience with leadership responsibilities
* Strong knowledge of safeguarding and trauma-informed practice
* Resilient, compassionate, and able to lead by example
Why Apply?
* Stable 6-week rolling rota for work-life balance
* Clear progression opportunities
* Supportive, therapeutic working environment
* Opportunity to make a genuine impact on young people’s lives