Deputy Manager Ofsted - Wallington, Sutton

Posted 18 January 2026
Salary Up to £40000.00 per annum + Annual Leave, Pension + Benefits
LocationWallington
Job type Permanent
Discipline Social Care
ReferenceBBBH431153_1768822444

Job description

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

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.

Key Responsibilities

  • 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

Job Summary

  • 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

Key Duties

  • 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

Requirements

  • 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)

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