Deputy Manager

SCR; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A therapeutic children's home in Littlehampton is seeking a Deputy Home Manager to oversee care for children aged 4-10. The ideal candidate will provide direct care and therapeutic support, mentor staff, and ensure a nurturing environment. Applicants should hold a Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People and have at least 2 years of experience in children's residential care. The role offers a competitive salary of £38,000 - £40,000 and ongoing development within a supportive setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing therapeutic and leadership development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in children's residential care.
• Calm, nurturing, and emotionally available approach.
• Registered driver.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home.
• Provide direct care and therapeutic support to children.
• Lead, mentor, and support staff teams.
• Promote a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment.
• Contribute to care planning, safeguarding, and Ofsted compliance.

Skills

Support for children's emotional and behavioral needs

Leadership and mentoring

Therapeutic care principles

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People

Job description

We are seeking a Deputy Home Manager to join a small, nurturing therapeutic children's home supporting children aged 4-10 years. This role is ideal for someone who can act as a therapeutic parental figure, offering consistency, emotional safety, and positive role modelling within a trauma‑informed environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in the day‑to‑day running of the home
• Provide direct care and therapeutic support to children
• Lead, mentor, and support staff teams
• Promote a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment
• Contribute to care planning, safeguarding, and Ofsted compliance

About You

• Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People (or equivalent)
• Have at least 2 years' experience in children's residential care
• Demonstrate a calm, nurturing, and emotionally available approach
• Experience supporting children with emotional and behavioural needs
• A registered driver

We Offer

• Competitive salary of £38,000 - £40,000
• Ongoing therapeutic and leadership development
• A supportive, child‑focused working environment

If you are passionate about therapeutic, relationship‑based care and want to make a meaningful difference in young children's lives, we would love to hear from you.