Trainee Registered Manager - LD Children's Residential
Posted 2 days 4 hours ago by Sgscare
Job Title: Deputy Manager to Registered Manager 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 Required: Level 3 Residential Childcare (Level 5 desirable or willingness to work towards) Employment Type: Permanent
Who we are looking for: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.
The successful candidate will initially be based within an established 2 bed home, supporting the day-to-day running and deputising for a dual registered Manager. You will play a key role in maintaining standards, supporting staff, and ensuring consistent, high quality care delivery.
You will then transition into leading your own 2 bed learning disability home following Ofsted registration, with full support throughout the process.
The role will involve:- Deputising significantly in the Manager's absence across a dual registered setup
- Supporting day to day operations, staff supervision, and care delivery
- Contributing to the setup and mobilisation of a new children's home
- Working collaboratively with the Responsible Individual and Operations Director
- Supporting Ofsted registration (SC1), with most documentation already prepared
- Participating in a mix of shifts, including office hours and weekends
- Providing operational cover where required, including occasional sleep ins
This role is structured with clear progression into Registered Manager, including:
- Salary increase 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
- Established provider with this being 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
- 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
If you are ready to step into a role that offers genuine progression into Registered Manager, apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.