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Deputy Manager - Children's Home

SWAAY

Bracknell

Salary

£32,000

Contract

Not specified

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

28 September 2026

28 days left

Job description

Earn £34,700 – £40,700 including sleep ins | Full Time | 6 Week Rolling RotaHourly Rate: £16.41 - £19.49 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications) + sleep insShifts: 3pm – 11pm, 10am – 11pm, sleep ins. 6 week rolling rota for stabilityAre you an experienced Deputy Home Manager or Senior Residential Worker ready to take the next step in your career? Work together with us to re-parent traumatised young people, supporting them to achieve their aspirations, whist we support you to achieve yours!We are looking for a compassionate and driven Deputy Home Manager to join our 4-bed children’s Home in Bracknell to support the Registered Manager to deliver outstanding care to our young people, ensuring the home provides a safe, stable and nurturing environment where young people feel supported and valued.At SWAAY, we don’t just provide residential care – we create homes where children feel safe, valued and understood. We are proud of our child-centred approach and commitment to trauma-informed practice. For over 30 years, we have delivered specialist residential care, education and therapy for young males aged 11-18 who have experienced significant trauma and displayed harmful sexual behaviour. Our work focuses on reducing risk, addressing complex needs and empowering young people to move forward into safe, responsible and fulfilling adult lives.As a Deputy Home Manager you will:

Support with the day-to-day running of the homeEnsure high standards of care, safeguarding and complianceSupport, supervise and develop the staff teamPromote trauma-informed and therapeutic approachesAct as a positive role model for young peopleSupport young people achieve personal goals and independenceAssist with reports and regulatory requirements To be a successful Deputy Home Manager at SWAAY, you will have:

Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent e.g. Social Work Degree)Level 5 Leadership and Management Diploma (or willingness to work towards)Previous experience working with children and young people in residential settingsExperience in a senior role/deputy position with managerial responsibilitiesStrong understanding of safeguarding and trauma-informed careCompassion, resilience and the ability to act as a positive role model to both the young people and staff team Why work with us?

Fully funded training - NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management. Specialist therapeutic training including trauma-informed and attachment-informed practice (DDP)Regular supervision and reflective practicePrivate HealthcareHealth Cash SchemeConfidential Employee Advice Programme – providing wellbeing support, financial and legal advice, coaching and moreCycle to Work SchemeDeath in Service benefitAccess to Blue Light DiscountLength of Service BonusEmployee Referral BonusMeals provided whilst on shift SWAAY is committed to safeguarding children. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment practices.Our success is built on those who work with us! SWAAY is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce, celebrating each individual's uniqueness.SWAAY have a zero tolerance to any form of discrimination and harassment. REF-230 340

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Provenance

Source

Reed

First seen

17 August 2026

Last checked

31 August 2026

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