Deputy Manager - Children's Residential

SuperCare Residential; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care provider in Eastbourne is seeking an experienced Deputy Manager to support the leadership of a new children's residential home. This crucial role requires significant experience in children's residential care and a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. The successful candidate will have a calm and resilient leadership style, overseeing operations, quality assurance, and care planning for young people with complex needs. Benefits include a competitive salary, development opportunities, and work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £42,000 – £47,000

Private healthcare

Monthly gym membership stipend

36 paid days of CPD and training

Pension scheme and company bonus structure

Qualifications

• Significant experience in children’s residential care, ideally within complex or high-risk services.
• Previous experience as a Deputy Manager, Team Leader, or equivalent senior role.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and Ofsted expectations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day operational leadership of the home.
• Lead on care planning, risk assessments, and quality assurance.
• Work directly with young people, modelling calm, trauma-informed practice.

Skills

Children’s residential care experience

Calm leadership

Safeguarding knowledge

Emotional resilience

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management

Job description

SuperCare is recruiting an experienced and resilient Deputy Manager to support the leadership of a new, high‑need children's residential home in Eversfield. This service will support young people with significant trauma histories, learning disabilities, complex mental health needs, and high‑risk behaviours. This is a key leadership role, suited to someone who thrives in complex environments and is confident balancing operational oversight with hands‑on, therapeutic practice. You will work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure the home operates safely, consistently, and to a high Ofsted standard.

Young People You'll Support May Present With

• Significant emotional dysregulation and trauma histories
• Learning disabilities, autism, ADHD, and attachment difficulties
• Self‑harm, crisis behaviours, and poor emotional regulation
• Boundary challenges and high‑risk behaviours
• Complex placement histories and safeguarding needs

Your Role as Deputy Manager

• Support the Registered Manager with the day‑to‑day operational leadership of the home
• Lead on care planning, risk assessments, placement plans, and safeguarding processes
• Oversee and quality‑assure shift practice, documentation, and staff decision‑making
• Provide guidance and leadership to Advanced Coaches and residential staff
• Work directly with young people when required, modelling calm, trauma‑informed practice
• Build strong professional relationships with social workers, families, and external agencies
• Ensure compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, and safeguarding legislation
• Support staff development through supervision, coaching, and reflective practice
• Contribute to audits, incident reviews, and continuous service improvement

Qualifications and Experience

• Significant experience in children’s residential care, ideally within complex or high‑risk services
• Previous experience as a Deputy Manager, Team Leader, or equivalent senior role
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and Ofsted expectations
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (essential)
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (completed or willing to work towards)
• Calm, confident leadership style with strong professional judgement
• Ability to remain emotionally resilient in high‑pressure situations
• Full UK driving licence

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £42,000 – £47,000, depending on experience
• Monday to Friday working pattern (9am‑5pm), supporting work‑life balance
• Private healthcare and 24/7 GP access
• Monthly gym membership stipend for you and a spouse
• 36 paid days of CPD and specialist training per year
• Fully funded Level 5 qualification (if required)
• Pension scheme and access to company bonus structure
• Ongoing support from senior leadership and clinical oversight
• Opportunity to help shape a new service from the ground up

Safer Recruitment Commitment

SuperCare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All offers of employment are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, references, and full safer recruitment procedures.