Deputy Manager

Deputy Manager – Virtual Bridges

Location:

Melksham, Wiltshire

Salary: £30,048 per year based on 160 hours month

Sleep‑ins: 4 months at £65 each

• Support the Home Manager in creating a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.
• Lead and mentor residential care staff.
• Oversee safeguarding and quality of care.
• Manage rotas, incidents, and staff supervision.
• Support care planning and behaviour strategies.
• Liaise with families, professionals, and external agencies.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted and safeguarding policies.
• Provide calm leadership in crisis situations.
• Work evenings, weekends, and sleep‑in shifts.

• 1+ year as Senior Residential Support Worker or Deputy.
• Level 3 Diploma (Children & Young People’s Workforce or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, trauma, and behaviour support.
• Good leadership, organisation, and decision‑making skills.
• Flexible, team‑focused attitude.
• UK driving licence preferred.

• Annual Christmas bonus.
• £2,500 referral scheme.
• Blue Light Card and Taste Card discounts.
• Buy/sell annual leave.
• Free eye tests, life assurance, and wellbeing support.

• Comprehensive induction.
• Access to internal training and qualifications.
• Regular trauma‑informed training.
• Progression routes to Registered Manager and beyond.

• Supportive and inclusive team.
• Recognition and open communication.
• Strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional growth.

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