Deputy Manager - Therapeutic Children's Home Leadership

Bear Care 1 Ltd; Tendring; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's care provider in Tendring is looking for a Deputy Manager to lead a therapeutic residential home. The role requires a calm and values-driven leader experienced in trauma-informed care and safeguarding. You will support the management team and help translate theory into nurturing practice for children. This position offers guaranteed hours, market-leading pay, and opportunities for professional growth, including preparation for future Registered Manager registration.

Benefits

Guaranteed contracted hours

Market-leading pay and conditions

High-quality induction and ongoing professional development

Reflective clinical wellbeing supervision

Clear progression opportunities to Registered Manager

Enhanced pension contribution

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior or supervisory role in a residential children’s setting.
• Strong knowledge of trauma-informed practice and safeguarding.
• Confidence working in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of the home.
• Provide reflective supervision and mentoring.
• Contribute to service development and expansion.

Skills

Trauma-informed practice

Reflective leadership

Emotional intelligence

Education

Level 5 childcare or social care qualification

Job description

A leading children's care provider in Tendring is looking for a Deputy Manager to lead a therapeutic residential home. The role requires a calm and values-driven leader experienced in trauma-informed care and safeguarding. You will support the management team and help translate theory into nurturing practice for children. This position offers guaranteed hours, market-leading pay, and opportunities for professional growth, including preparation for future Registered Manager registration.