At a Glance
- Tasks: Support survivors of domestic abuse and lead a dedicated team to drive positive change.
- Company: Join the Salvation Army Homes, a compassionate charity making a real difference.
- Benefits: Enjoy 26 days annual leave, healthcare support, and a fun, inclusive work culture.
- Other info: This role is open to women only, promoting a safe and supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in people's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with vulnerable adults and strong leadership skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
We are looking for a Deputy Manager to support survivors of domestic abuse in our Refuge service. Reporting to the Service Manager, you will play a key role in shaping the service to deliver positive, people-focused support, working in a team context to achieve the best outcomes for people.
What you’ll be doing:
- Support the Manager to deliver person centred support
- Line manage support workers and housing management worker
- Drive service development and improvement
- Work with stakeholder partners to enhance networks and outcomes
- Ensure legal, organisational and regulatory compliance
- Contribute to organisational goals through key involvement in training, working groups and national programmes
What you’ll bring:
- Some experience of working with vulnerable adults or survivors of domestic abuse
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Values aligned to the mission of Salvation Army Homes
- Ability to influence, lead, and problem solve
- A passion to support those whose need is great
Working Arrangements:
This is a service-based role with standard hours being Monday – Friday 9am -5pm. Occasional evening and weekend work is required and participation in an on-call rota. You will be required to travel to training and community partnership events, and training and organisational events may require overnight stays.
Our Offer:
In return, we offer a competitive and supportive benefits package, including:
- 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days
- Westfield Healthcare Cash Back Plan (including cashback for optical, dental, therapies, plus 24/7 GP access and counselling support)
- Matched pension scheme up to 6% (with salary sacrifice option)
- Enhanced family leave from day one, including enhanced maternity/adoption and paternity pay
- Occupational sick pay
- Financial support options, including season ticket loans, emergency loans, mortgage advice and wellbeing support
- Paid volunteering days
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Discounted private medical insurance
- Support to learn, broaden your skills and develop your career
- A fun and inclusive work culture where individual differences are valued and championed
Closing date: 18 September 2026 (please note we may close the vacancy early if we receive a large volume of applications).
Please Note: This post is open to women only (Schedule 9, Paragraph 1, Equality Act 2010).
Founded in 1959, Salvation Army Homes is a registered provider and exempt charity, and a subsidiary of The Salvation Army. We are a specialist provider of housing and support services across England, owning and managing around 4,500 homes in partnership with 79 local authorities. We provide general needs housing, supported accommodation, and homes for older people.
If you join our passionate staff team you will be contributing to our mission; “Safe Homes. Transform Lives” where you will make a positive difference to residents, who are at the heart of everything we do.
Guaranteed interview scheme: Please let us know if you have a disability, are a Salvation Army Homes resident or ex-resident, are a care leaver, or ex veteran as we guarantee an interview if you meet the minimum requirements of the role.
As an equal opportunities’ employer, Salvation Army Homes is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
Deputy Manager in Surrey employer: Salvation Army Homes
At Salvation Army Homes, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of young people. Our supportive work culture fosters inclusivity and personal growth, offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous leave, healthcare support, and opportunities for professional development. Located in Preston, our team is passionate about co-production and ensuring that the voices of those we serve are at the forefront of our mission, 'Safe Homes. Transform Lives'.
