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Deputy Manager - Children's Residential

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Salary

£38,000 to £39,000

Contract

Not specified

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

5 November 2026

16 days left

Job description

Location: Bognor Regis

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Hours: Full-time

Are you an experienced Deputy Manager looking for your next opportunity within children's residential care?

We are working with a well-established provider looking for a Deputy Manager to join their team in Bognor Regis. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Deputy Manager who is passionate about supporting children and young people and wants to play an active role in the day-to-day running of a residential home.

As Deputy Manager, you will work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure the home provides a safe, nurturing and supportive environment where young people can thrive.

  • Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home.
  • Lead, motivate and support the care team.
  • Promote high standards of safeguarding and care.
  • Support staff through supervision, guidance and development.
  • Contribute to care planning, risk assessments and reviews.
  • Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
  • Work alongside families, social workers and other professionals.
  • Support the home to meet Ofsted and regulatory requirements.
  • Take responsibility for the home in the Registered Manager's absence.

We are looking for a Deputy Manager with previous experience within children's residential care and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for young people.

  • Experience at Senior Support Worker, Team Leader or Deputy Manager level within children's residential care.
  • A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
  • Strong safeguarding knowledge.
  • Experience supporting young people with challenging or complex needs.
  • Good leadership and communication skills.
  • The confidence to lead a team and make decisions when required.
  • A full UK driving licence.

If you're an experienced Deputy Manager looking for a new challenge in Bognor Regis, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact YourRecruit for a confidential conversation about the Deputy Manager opportunity.

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Provenance

Source

Reed

First seen

24 September 2026

Last checked

20 October 2026

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