Deputy Manager, Children's Home - Lead Care & Development

Square Logik LTD; Brighton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary £35,000–£38,000 p.a

Monday to Friday shifts

Optional sleep-ins

Funded training & career development

Birthday day off (optional)

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aider

Long Service Awards

Nest Pension Scheme (employer 3%, empl

Job summary

Trust Care Management in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated Deputy Manager for its Children’s Residential Home. You will support the Registered Manager, lead the staff team and ensure children receive high-quality, nurturing care.

The role offers a stable Monday–Friday pattern with 8-hour shifts, optional sleep-ins, funded training and development, and clear opportunities for progression within a supportive, child-centred organisation.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in residential childcare.
• Experience in a senior or leadership capacity within children's residential care.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and familiarity with relevant legislation.
• Genuine commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Registered Manager with day-to-day running of the home.
• Provide leadership and support to the residential care team.
• Ensure high-quality, person-centred care for children.
• Support staff performance, supervisions, team meetings and development.
• Maintain accurate records, reports and documentation.
• Support inspections, audits and safeguarding processes.
• Promote positive outcomes and development for children.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safeguarding knowledge

Team management

Emotional resilience

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Trust Care Management in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated Deputy Manager for its Children’s Residential Home. You will support the Registered Manager, lead the staff team and ensure children receive high-quality, nurturing care.

The role offers a stable Monday–Friday pattern with 8-hour shifts, optional sleep-ins, funded training and development, and clear opportunities for progression within a supportive, child-centred organisation.