Job Title: Deputy Manager – NEW Assessment Home
Location: Whiteparish, Salisbury (SP5 2SJ)
Salary: £16.90 per hour
Overtime Rate: £5 per hour
Sleep-ins: £65 per sleep-in
Working Hours / Shift Pattern: 160 hours per month
Employment Type: Permanent
Service: NEW Assessment Home
Number of Beds: 3
Service Users: Children aged 8–17 years with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
Qualifications Required: Level 3 Children & Young People’s Workforce
Experience Required: Experience within Children’s Residential, Mental Health, or Secure Unit settings
The Home:
This is a new 3-bed assessment home supporting children aged 8–17 with EBD. The service is designed to deliver structured, high-quality assessments that inform long-term care planning, requiring strong leadership, consistency, and resilience.
Who we are looking for:
Our client is seeking a Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day leadership and operation of the home. You will play a key role in ensuring high standards of care, supporting staff development, and maintaining a safe, structured environment for young people.
You will contribute to care planning, risk management, safeguarding practices, and the overall development of the service, ensuring compliance with Ofsted standards and regulations.
Who you will be working for:
Company type/size: Established children’s residential care provider
Why this home & company:
This is an opportunity to join a new service at an early stage, allowing you to shape the culture, standards, and outcomes from day one. The assessment model offers focused and meaningful work, supporting young people at critical stages of their journey.
Training / qualifications:
Ongoing training and development opportunities within children’s residential care
Benefits:
Competitive hourly rate of £16.50 per hour
Overtime paid at an additional £5 per hour
Sleep-in payments of £65 per sleep
Ethos:
Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, ensuring each child receives the care, stability, and support they need to progress positively.
Sponsorship is not available.
How to apply:
If you are interested in this opportunity, apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.
