Deputy Manager - Children's Home
SGS Care
Woodfalls, Salisbury
Salary
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Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
As a Deputy Manager in a Children's Home, you'll support the manager, oversee daily activities, and help the team provide care and support to children aged 8-17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties. This role suits someone with experience in childcare and a calm, patient approach. You'll work full-time in a small team, making a big difference in young people's lives.
What you'll need
- You'll need a Level 3 qualification in Children and Young People's Workforce, such as a Diploma in Childcare and Education.
- Experience working with children aged 8-17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties is essential.
- You'll need to be able to work independently and as part of a small team.
- Good communication and organisational skills are a must.
- A calm and patient approach is crucial when working with children with challenging behaviour.
How to boost your chances
- Consider volunteering or working in a school or youth club to gain experience with children with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
- Update your skills with a Level 3 qualification if you don't already have one.
- Practice your communication and organisational skills by taking on a leadership role in a group project or activity.
- Research the employer, SGS Care, to learn more about their values and approach to care.
- Prepare examples of times when you've shown patience and calmness in challenging situations.
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Job description
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 …
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Adzuna
First seen
9 August 2026
Last checked
22 August 2026
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