Trainee Registered Manager

Sgscare; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's care provider in Chippenham is seeking a Trainee Manager to join their team. This role requires a minimum of one year’s experience in Residential Children’s Social Care and a Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Residential Childcare. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting staff and young people in a trauma-informed environment, ensuring safety and well-being. A competitive salary of £33,000 per annum plus bonuses is offered along with comprehensive training and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Bonuses

Pension

Comprehensive training

Wellness programme

1:1 mentoring

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in Residential Children’s Social Care, preferably as a Senior Support Worker.
• Must hold a UK Driving Licence.
• Clear DBS and positive references from previous roles.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Manager in the day-to-day running of the Home.
• Ensure children and staff are safeguarded and supervised.
• Oversee financial budgets, administration, and record-keeping.

Skills

Empathetic leadership

Strong interpersonal skills

Understanding of Trauma-Informed Care

Ability to deal with challenging situations

Education

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Job Title: Trainee Manager
Location: Chippenham, Wiltshire
Salary: £33,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus bonuses, pension, and other benefits
Working Hours: 40 hours, Combination of on-shift (07:30 - 21:30) and administrative shifts (08:30 - 16:30)
Number of Sleeps Required: 1 per week
Pay Per Sleep: £63 per night
Service: Children’s Home
Service Users: Young People with Learning Difficulties
Qualifications Required: Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Residential Childcare
Experience in Years Required: Minimum 1 year in Residential Children’s Social Care (preferably as a Senior Support Worker)
Employment Type: Permanent

The Home

• Number of Beds: 3
• Location: Confidential
• Type of YPs: Learning Difficulties
• Ofsted Rating: N/A
• Ratio of Staff to Children: N/A

Who we are looking for...

We are seeking an empathetic, dynamic, and nurturing individual with strong leadership skills to join our team as a Trainee Manager. The ideal candidate will have a background in Residential Children’s Social Care and be confident in supporting staff and young people in a trauma‑informed environment.

Who you will be working for...

Park Blue Homes is a progressive and trauma-informed group of Children's Homes, proudly upholding the values and guidelines of a Therapeutic Community. As proud members of The Consortium of Therapeutic Communities (TCTC), we are dedicated to delivering bespoke, trauma‑informed, and loving care to the children living in our homes.

Why this Home & Company...

• Comprehensive and trauma‑informed training for every staff member, including progressive leadership skills.
• Integrated therapeutic support programme based on the Pillars of Parenting (POP) therapeutic model.
• Beautiful and comfortable homes with a focus on creating a safe, nurturing environment.
• Emotional Warmth Parenting culture.
• Wellness Programme including 'Wellness Wednesdays', days off for birthdays, wellness shifts, and fun wellbeing activities.
• Strong senior management and operational support with 1:1 mentoring.
• Clear career development opportunities including the chance to complete NVQ Level 5 if not already enrolled.

Main Duties of a Trainee Manager:

• Assist the Manager in the day‑to‑day running of the Home.
• Ensure children and staff are safeguarded, supervised, and mentored.
• Promote relationships as central to the therapeutic approach.
• Provide empathetic leadership, coordinating the staff team.
• Deliver meaningful supervisions and promote reflective practice.
• Manage paperwork accurately, including Care Plans, Risk Assessments, and Behaviour Support Plans.
• Ensure Health and Safety Regulations are followed.
• Oversee financial budgets, administration, and record‑keeping.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential:

• MUST have 1 year’s experience in Residential Children’s Social Care (preferably as a Senior Support Worker).
• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• Understanding of Trauma‑Informed Care and the PACE model.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• UK Driving Licence.
• Confidence in understanding Children’s Home Regulations and safeguarding requirements.
• Clear DBS and positive references from previous roles.
• Ability to deal with challenging situations in a nurturing and consistent way.

We welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about making a difference, willing to work therapeutically, and are dedicated to supporting children in a positive and secure environment.

Sponsorship is not available.
Individuals with only CQC experience and who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Children’s Home will not be considered.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client's professional and dedicated team, they encourage you to apply today.

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