Deputy Manager LD Children's Home

Job Details

Job Title: Deputy Manager to Move into Registered Manager within 3 to 6 months.

Location: Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees (TS23 initially, progressing to TS7)

Salary: £38,000 rising to £50,000 upon successful Ofsted registration.

Working Hours: Mix of shifts, 9:00am–5:00pm, and weekend working.

Sleep‑ins: Not required as standard; flexibility expected for cover if needed.

On‑Call: Required following successful induction.

Service: Children’s Residential Home (Learning Disabilities)

Home Size: 2‑bed provision.

Qualifications: Level 3 Residential Childcare (Level 5 desirable or willingness to work towards).

Employment Type: Permanent.

We are seeking an experienced Deputy Manager or aspiring Registered Manager who is looking to step into a progressive role with clear development into registration. This is a strong opportunity for someone confident in leadership, capable of deputising in a Manager’s absence, and motivated to be part of setting up a new service.

• Deputise significantly in the Manager’s absence across a dual-registered set‑up.
• Support day‑to‑day operations, staff supervision, and care delivery.
• Contribute to the set‑up and mobilisation of a new children’s home.
• Work collaboratively with the Responsible Individual and Operations Director.
• Support Ofsted registration (SC1), with most documentation already prepared.
• Participate in a mix of shifts, including office hours and weekends.
• Provide operational cover where required, including occasional sleep‑ins.

• Salary increases from £38,000 to £50,000 upon registration.
• KPI‑based bonus structure once registered.
• Full support through the Ofsted registration process.
• Long‑term progression into dual registration or regional roles.

• Clear and supported pathway into Registered Manager.
• Minimal administrative burden for registration (documents largely complete).
• Opportunity to be involved in launching and shaping a new service.
• Stable existing provision to learn from before stepping into your own home.
• Strong leadership support and structured onboarding.

• Established provider – this is their fourth home.
• Strong operational infrastructure with proven systems and processes.
• Experienced senior leadership team offering hands‑on support.
• Focus on quality, compliance, and sustainable growth.