Deputy Children's Home Manager
East Sussex, South East, England
Ā£40000 - Ā£44000 per annum
Expiry date:30 Sep 2026
Start date:02 Jul 2026
Childrenās Homes
Deputy Children's Home Manager
š Location: East Sussex
š° Salary:Ā Up to Ā£44,000 per annum
š Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week | Permanent
š¤ Sleep-ins Paid Separately (Ā£60 per sleep ā approximately 4 per month)
About the Role We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Deputy Children's Home Manager to support the Registered Manager in leading a residential children's home and delivering outstanding care for children and young people.
This is a hands-on leadership role, combining management responsibilities with direct support for young people. You'll play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic home environment while supporting the development of the staff team and ensuring the home operates in line with Ofsted regulations and Children's Homes Quality Standards.
If you're an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker or existing Deputy Manager looking to progress your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
About You We're looking for someone who is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people and who can lead by example.
Essential Requirements
What We Offer
Safeguarding This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and all relevant safer recruitment checks. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment.
Apply today if you're ready to take the next step in your residential childcare career and help create a safe, supportive, and nurturing home where children can thrive.
Health Recruit Network are a trusted supplier of NHS and Private healthcare services. We supply work to Registered General Nurses (RGN), Mental Health Nurses (RMN), Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD) and Healthcare Assistants (HCA). We are one of the fastest growing recruitment agencies in the UK and supply Nationwide. Health Recruit Network are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
š Location: East Sussex
š° Salary:Ā Up to Ā£44,000 per annum
š Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week | Permanent
š¤ Sleep-ins Paid Separately (Ā£60 per sleep ā approximately 4 per month)
About the Role We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Deputy Children's Home Manager to support the Registered Manager in leading a residential children's home and delivering outstanding care for children and young people.
This is a hands-on leadership role, combining management responsibilities with direct support for young people. You'll play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic home environment while supporting the development of the staff team and ensuring the home operates in line with Ofsted regulations and Children's Homes Quality Standards.
If you're an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker or existing Deputy Manager looking to progress your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home.
- Lead shifts and provide guidance and support to the staff team.
- Promote a safe, nurturing, and child-centred environment.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
- Ensure safeguarding practices are embedded throughout the service.
- Support staff through supervision, mentoring, and development.
- Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and placement planning.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Work closely with social workers, education providers, healthcare professionals, and families.
- Participate in the on-call rota, sleep-ins, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as required.
About You We're looking for someone who is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people and who can lead by example.
Essential Requirements
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
- Experience working within a residential children's home.
- Experience leading shifts or supporting a staff team.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to remain calm, resilient, and child-focused under pressure.
- Willingness to work flexibly, including sleep-ins and weekends.
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards).
- Previous experience as a Deputy Manager or Senior Residential Support Worker.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches to care.
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary of Ā£40,000 per annum.
- Sleep-in payments (Ā£60 per sleep).
- Paid induction and mandatory training.
- Workplace pension scheme.
- DBS paid by the employer.
- Company laptop and mobile phone.
- 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
- The opportunity to help shape and develop a high-quality children's residential service.
Safeguarding This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and all relevant safer recruitment checks. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment.
Apply today if you're ready to take the next step in your residential childcare career and help create a safe, supportive, and nurturing home where children can thrive.
Health Recruit Network are a trusted supplier of NHS and Private healthcare services. We supply work to Registered General Nurses (RGN), Mental Health Nurses (RMN), Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD) and Healthcare Assistants (HCA). We are one of the fastest growing recruitment agencies in the UK and supply Nationwide. Health Recruit Network are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
