DM - Children’s EBD Home - (Ashford) £38,000 - £41,000

Deputy Manager – Children’s EBD Home | Therapeutic Setting | Kent (Smeeth)- £38,000 - £41,000

I’m currently recruiting for a Deputy Manager to join a therapeutic children’s home supporting young people with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) in Smeeth, Kent.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a child-focused, trauma-informed provider that places strong emphasis on therapeutic care, staff development and positive outcomes.

💡 The Role:
• Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home
• Lead shifts and provide guidance to the care team
• Promote a therapeutic, trauma-informed approach to care
• Support care planning, risk management and behaviour strategies
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding standards

👤 What they’re looking for:
• Experience working within children’s residential EBD settings
• Previous Senior or Team Leader experience (or existing Deputy)
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and behaviour management
• Level 3 in Residential Childcare (Level 5 desirable or working towards)
• Confident, resilient and passionate about improving outcomes for young people

💰 What’s on offer:
• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Permanent, stable role within a supportive provider
• Ongoing training and development (therapeutic models)
• Clear progression to Registered Manager