Deputy Manager – Off-Rota Role in a Therapeutic Children’s Home Wakefield – Join a Growing, Clinically Supported Provider Tired of balancing leadership responsibility with full-time shifts? This is your chance to step off rota and step up as a true Deputy Manager. Our client, a progressive provider backed by a full clinical team, is offering a rare opportunity to focus on leadership, development and impact, not just staffing gaps. About the Role: • Support the Registered Manager in leading a 2-bed therapeutic EBD home • Take an active role in developing staff, improving practice and ensuring high-quality care • Play a key role in safeguarding, compliance and leadership across the home • Occasional shifts required, but this is not a rota-based position • Contribute to clinical and operational progress through management meetings and training What Makes This Exciting: • Off-rota role – real time for leadership, team development and impact • Backed by an embedded clinical team and therapeutic approach • High growth provider with plans to expand homes and an alternative provision school • Clear progression path – potential to move into Registered Manager role within 12–18 months About You: • NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) – Level 5 desirable or willingness to work towards • At least 2 years’ supervisory experience in a children’s home • Confident leader, emotionally resilient and passionate about therapeutic care • Able to manage in the RM’s absence and lead a staff team effectively • Strong understanding of Ofsted standards and children’s home regulations Why Join: • £40,000 to £45,000 (dependent on experience) • No full-time rota – focus on leadership, not firefighting • Supportive provider with a track record of developing internal talent • Be part of something growing – multiple new homes and services planned • Opportunity to join the Accelerated Registered Manager Programme How to Apply: If you’re ready to take the next step in leadership without the rota pressure, we’d love to hear from you. Contact us on (phone number removed) to discuss this opportunity further