Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
£35,000 - £38,600
Permanent
Job Title: Deputy Manager – Residential Children’s Home | Leadership Role in Children’s Social Care
Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, UK
Salary: Up to £38,600 per annum, dependent on experience
Job Description:
Are you an experienced and compassionate leader in children’s social care, looking for a rewarding leadership role? Our client, a leading specialist provider of therapeutic residential care, is seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager to join their warm and nurturing children’s home in Cheltenham. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people’s lives within a progressive, trauma-informed environment that champions the values of a Therapeutic Community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Home Manager in the daily operations of the residential setting overseeing a three-bed home caring for young people with learning difficulties and emotional and behavioural needs
- Ensure safeguarding standards are maintained, providing supervision and mentorship to all staff members
- Lead and manage team members effectively, fostering a positive, nurturing environment
- Assist with operational tasks, including maintaining compliance and ensuring smooth home running
- Promote empathetic and strong relationships with young people, their families, and external agencies, aligning with therapeutic community principles
- Contribute to staff training and professional development, including opportunities to complete an NVQ Level 5
- Support the implementation of evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as the Pillow of Parenting (POP) model
What We Offer:
- Career development opportunities, including NVQ Level 5 qualification
- Access to an integrated therapeutic support programme based on the Pillars of Parenting (POP) model
- Homely, comfortable environments focused on strength-based care and emotional attachment
- A culture emphasizing Emotional Warmth Parenting and reflective, progressive working practices
- Comprehensive Staff Wellness Programme, including Wellness Wednesdays, birthday days off, wellness shifts, and wellbeing activities
- Exceptional support from senior management, including 1:1 mentoring for deputies and managers
- Occupancy Bonus (details discussed at interview)
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Minimum of one year’s experience in residential children’s social care, ideally as a Senior Support Worker or equivalent
- Strong understanding of Trauma-Informed Care and therapeutic practices
- Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent qualification)
- Valid UK Driving License
- Knowledge of The Children’s Home Regulations and current legislation
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to challenge and mentor staff with confidence and nurturing approach
- Clear DBS check and positive references in working with children or vulnerable adults
- Resilient and capable of managing challenging situations with calmness and professionalism
- Willingness to learn about therapeutic placements and PACE principles (advantageous)
Join a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality, empathetic care in a supportive environment that prioritises young people’s wellbeing and development. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a reflective, nurturing setting, we want to hear from you!
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.
