Deputy Manager – Build Your Future While Changing Theirs Smeeth, Kent – Established 3-bed EBD Home This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a Deputy Manager role with a long-standing and respected provider, known for their therapeutic approach and meaningful support for staff. About the Role: • Support the Registered Manager in leading a stable, child-centred 3-bed EBD home • Champion therapeutic practice and help shape a safe, nurturing environment • Mentor and guide team members through supervision and role modelling • Ensure high standards of care, safeguarding, and compliance with Ofsted • Participate in the on-call rota and regular sleep-ins What Makes This Exciting: • Join a not-for-profit provider with over a century of service • Comprehensive training funded up to master’s level • Excellent benefits that grow with your service • Real opportunity to influence care and support outcomes for children • 39- and 45-hour contracts available to suit your lifestyle About You: • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) is essential • At least 2 years’ recent experience in a children’s residential care home • Empathetic, resilient, and emotionally aware • Able to lead by example and motivate others • Comfortable driving young people to appointments and activities (car provided) Why Join: • £39,000 to £48,000 (includes 2 sleep-ins per week) • 28–30 days’ holiday (rising after 3 years) • Excellent training and clear progression path • Health cashback plan covering you and up to 4 children • Pension matched up to 5%, cycle to work scheme, discounts, EAP and more How to Apply: Contact us on (phone number removed) to discuss this opportunity further