Deputy Manager - Supported Living

Peters Dean Care Ltd; Worthing; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Development opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

Peters Dean Care Ltd is seeking a Deputy Manager to oversee three supported accommodation homes for young people aged 16–18 across Bognor Regis and Worthing. You will work closely with the Manager, supervise staff, and ensure high-quality support while travelling between sites.

You’ll lead safeguarding, plan audits, and support the team to deliver consistent care. A leadership or health and social care qualification is preferred, with a full driving licence and vehicle required.

Qualifications

• Experience in supported accommodation, residential childcare, or similar social care setting.
• Previous senior or supervisory experience.
• A leadership or health and social care qualification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support Team Leaders and Support Workers and oversee three homes.
• Monitor standards, safeguarding, incidents, and maintain records.
• Develop the team, manage priorities, and drive service improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding

Relationship building

Organisational skills

Education

Leadership qualification

Health & Social Care qualification

Job description

Ready for your next step in social care?

We’re looking for a Deputy Manager who can bring experience, initiative and a genuine passion for helping young people build a bright future.

You’ll be joining a growing supported accommodation service providing homes for young people aged 16–18 across Bognor Regis and Worthing.

Working closely with the Manager, you’ll help oversee three homes, support the staff team and make sure young people receive consistent, high-quality support.

These are important years in a young person’s life, and the right support can make a real difference as they develop confidence, learn practical life skills and work towards independence.

A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential, as you’ll travel between the three homes and participate in the on‑call rota.

What will you be doing?

You’ll support Team Leaders and Support Workers, keep an eye on standards across the homes, oversee safeguarding and incidents, and ensure records, support plans and audits are completed to a good standard.

You’ll also help develop the team, tackle day‑to‑day challenges and identify where things can be improved.

We’re looking for someone who is happy to take ownership, use their initiative and lead by example, while knowing when to involve the Manager.

What are we looking for?

You’ll ideally have experience in supported accommodation, residential childcare or a similar social care setting, along with previous senior or supervisory experience.

You’ll be organised, approachable and confident supporting staff, managing competing priorities and dealing with challenging situations.

Most importantly, you’ll understand the importance of safeguarding, building positive relationships and helping young people move towards a more independent life.

A relevant leadership or health and social care qualification would be an advantage.

What's in it for you?

• £40,000 salary
• Monday–Friday working hours, 9am–5pm, with some flexibility
• A supportive team and the chance to help shape a growing service
• Opportunities for development and career progression as the company grows.
• Bonus opportunities linked to Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings, subject to scheme criteria

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available