Job Description

This role is for a Deputy Manager Step Up position to Registered Manager. The role includes 1 day per week working from home.

If you're a Deputy Manager in a children's residential home with 2+ years' experience, and you're starting to feel ready for more responsibility, influence and recognition this is your chance to step up with the right support behind you.

This role has been designed for a Deputy who wants to progress into a Registered Manager position without being thrown in at the deep end.

Why This Is a Genuine Step-Up Role (Not a Set-Up to Fail)

You won't be inheriting problems or firefighting someone else's mistakes.

You'll be opening a brand-new 3-bed EBD children's home in Wollaton, Nottingham, supporting a maximum of three young people. This gives you:

Time to learn and grow into the Registered Manager role Space to build your confidence around compliance and leadership The opportunity to recruit your own staff team A calm, structured service where quality comes before occupancy
You'll be supported by an experienced provider who understands that great Registered Managers are developed, not rushed.

What You'll Be Supported to Do

Register the home and prepare for inspection with Ofsted Lead the home in line with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards Recruit, coach and develop a committed staff team Build a positive, therapeutic culture focused on consistency and emotional safety Oversee care planning, safeguarding and positive outcomes Learn and confidently manage Regulation 44 & 45 processes Take part in the on-call rota with senior support available

This Role Is Ideal If You Are:

A Deputy Manager with at least 2 years' experience in a children's residential home Already supporting with audits, staffing, supervisions or compliance Ready to take ownership but want the right environment to succeed

You'll also need:

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or actively working towards) A solid understanding of safeguarding and children's residential care Confidence to lead shifts, support staff and make decisions A calm, child-centred approach to leadership Full UK driving licence

What You'll Get in Return

Salary & Progression

Salary up to

58,500 per annum

Clear progression and long-term career development Annual appraisal and probation bonuses

Bonuses

Ofsted related bonuses: Based on rating Monthly bonuses: Capacity and compliance related

Work-Life Balance & Benefits

1 day per week working from home

(admin, reports, audits)

33 days annual leave

(25 days + 8 bank holidays)

Extra 8 hours paid leave for your birthday

Paid face-to-face training and continuous CPD Company pension scheme Refer-a-friend bonus Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Paid Christmas party

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Career?

If you're a Deputy Manager who knows you're ready, but you want to step up with support, structure and balance please apply online.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 58,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Referral programme Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Nottingham NG8 4BZ