Increase your chances of an interview by reading the following overview of this role before making an application. 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. xehkeey 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