Deputy Manager LD Children's Home.

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 Required: Level 3 Residential Childcare (Level 5 desirable or willingness to work toward).

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. They will play a key role in maintaining standards, supporting staff, and ensuring consistent, high quality care delivery.

They will then transition into leading their 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 set up 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

Progression & Opportunity:

• 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

Who you will be working for:

• 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

Why this opportunity stands out:

• 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