Deputy Manager

Company: SCR
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Location: Littlehampton
Job Description:

We are seeking a Deputy Home Manager to join a small, nurturing therapeutic children’s home supporting children aged 4-10 years. This role is ideal for someone who can act as a therapeutic parental figure, offering consistency, emotional safety, and positive role modelling within a trauma-informed environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Registered Manager in the day‑to‑day running of the home
  • Provide direct care and therapeutic support to children
  • Lead, mentor, and support staff teams
  • Promote a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment
  • Contribute to care planning, safeguarding, and Ofsted compliance

About You

  • Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People (or equivalent)
  • Have at least 2 years’ experience in children’s residential care
  • Demonstrate a calm, nurturing and emotionally available approach
  • Experience supporting children with emotional and behavioural needs
  • A registered driver

We Offer

  • Competitive salary of £38,000 – £40,000
  • Ongoing therapeutic and leadership development
  • A supportive, child‑focused working environment

If you are passionate about therapeutic, relationship‑based care and want to make a meaningful difference in young children’s lives, we would love to hear from you.

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Posted: April 23rd, 2026