Deputy Manager Ofsted

Location: Wellington, Sutton
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Start Date: March 2026
Positions Available: 2 x Deputy Managers

We are recruiting two Deputy Managers for a brand-new, fully refurbished children's residential home based in Sutton. The home will support 2-3 young people aged 10-16 with a range of needs including EBD, Learning Disabilities, Complex Needs, and ADHD.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the development of a new service, working closely with the Registered Manager to establish high-quality care, strong routines, and a positive culture from the outset.

• Support the development and day-to-day running of the children's home
• Work as part of a small, dedicated team to deliver high-quality care
• Support and supervise staff, addressing performance or staffing issues where appropriate
• Act as a positive role model and effective leader within the home
• Step into the Manager role when required

• Provide consistent, child-centred support to enable young people to participate in community and personal activities
• Ensure all administrative duties and paperwork meet required standards and regulatory expectations

• Maintain a strong understanding of relevant legislation and standards for children's residential care
• Liaise regularly with the Manager and external professionals/agencies
• Act as a key/primary worker for allocated young people
• Ensure daily tasks, routines, and care plans are completed to a high standard
• Assist with staff supervisions and attend your own supervision
• Arrange, attend, and contribute to team meetings
• Monitor, administer, and manage medication in line with policies and procedures
• Oversee petty cash and young people's finances when required
• Support young people to develop life skills in preparation for greater independence
• Maintain confidentiality and follow safeguarding and whistleblowing procedures at all times

• Minimum 2 years' experience working in a children's residential home
• At least 1 year in a senior or supervisory role
• QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People (essential)
• QCF Level 5 (or working towards)
• Full UK driving licence
• DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain)