Job Description

Are you a Registered Manager looking for a new challenge?

Or an experienced Deputy Manager looking to step up?

As a long-established and highly regarded provider of residential care for young people, known for delivering

therapeutic, child-centred support

with values are rooted in empathy, emotional resilience, and a deep understanding of trauma--placing equal focus on the needs of both

young people

and the

staff who support them

.

Operating two 8-bed homes in Eastbourne, caring for

young people aged 14-18

with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), many of whom are

unaccompanied asylum seekers

. This is a

specialist service

with a commitment to high standards, despite the current Ofsted rating of Requires Improvement. Actively investing in strong leadership to take the home to the next level.

The Role

We are seeking a confident and committed

Step-Up Registered Manager

to help lead and inspire our team across

two homes

. The successful candidate will work closely with Deputy Managers (Heads of YP Support) to ensure that therapeutic care, safeguarding, and emotional development remain central to the support we provide.

This is an ideal role for a

strong Deputy Manager

or Team Leader with significant experience who is ready to

step into a Registered Manager position

and make a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day operations across

two 8-bed homes

supporting up to 15 young people Lead on safeguarding, care planning, and team supervision in line with

Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015

Support a therapeutic and trauma-informed environment for asylum-seeking and EBD-affected young people Work collaboratively with Deputy Managers, social workers, and external professionals Develop rotas and staffing schedules, ensuring appropriate team coverage Drive continuous improvement in line with Ofsted action plans and feedback Promote a nurturing, structured and culturally sensitive care approach

What We're Looking For

Minimum

2 years' experience

supporting young people with asylum-seeking backgrounds and complex emotional needs

Level 3 Diploma

in Residential Childcare - essential*

Level 5 Diploma

in Leadership & Management - preferredor willingness to complete Experience managing challenging behaviour in residential settings Strong understanding of

safeguarding, trauma-informed practice

, and relevant legislation Confident in leadership, rota management, and professional development of staff Able to work flexibly, including

shared on-call responsibilities

Passionate about promoting

equality, resilience, and empowerment

What We Offer

Supportive and

collaborative senior team

culture The chance to work across

two diverse and dynamic homes

Ongoing

CPD, specialist training

, and internal development opportunities The opportunity to

make a real difference

in the lives of young people facing significant challenges A meaningful and

rewarding leadership role

in a trauma-informed setting
To apply, please contact Harry Beech:

07551?624035 / HarryBeech@AwardEmployment.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 40,000.00 per year

Experience:

Children's Residential: 1 year (required) Ofsted Registered Children's Homes: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person