Children’s Home Deputy Manager (Preston, PR3) We’re recruiting a Deputy Manager to join an Ofsted-regulated children’s home supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). This is a strong step-up opportunity for an established Senior/Team Leader (1 year in a senior role) who is ready to move into Deputy level, with clear progression and funded qualifications. Key details Location: Preston, PR3 Service: Children’s Residential Home (EBD) Beds: 3-bed home (currently 1 young person in placement; beds recently increased with Ofsted approval) Shift Pattern: 3 on / 3 off rolling pattern, 10am–10pm (no sleep-ins) Employment Type: Permanent Driving: Must be a driver Pay and earning potential Earning Potential: Up to £40,000 per annum Base Salary: £35,200 Performance Bonus: Up to £4,800 per annum On-call requirement There is a requirement to take part in the out-of-hours on-call rota. Frequency: 1 in 4 (shared between Managers and Deputies) Hours: 5pm–9am Payment: £50 per on-call shift Who we’re looking for You will be an emotionally resilient, values-led leader with a strong understanding of EBD and trauma-informed care, confident supporting a team to deliver safe, consistent, child-centred practice. Essential criteria Level 3 or Level 4 qualified (or actively working towards) Experience working in an Ofsted-registered children’s home within the last 2 years Strong safeguarding and regulatory knowledge Confident supporting Ofsted inspections and maintaining compliance Full UK driving licence Experience We’re open to candidates who have spent 1 year in a Senior/Team Leader role and are ready to step up. What you’ll get Strong senior leadership support Paid qualification (Level 5 Leadership & Management) Career progression pathway, with future Registered Manager opportunities as the organisation expands Company vehicle available for work use Free or discounted meals during shifts Pension scheme Casual dress code Free on-site parking Access to wellbeing and mental health support Important notes Sponsorship is not available. Candidates with only CQC experience (and no experience within an Ofsted-registered children’s home) will not be considered. How to apply or refer a candidate If you’d like to apply, or if you have a suitable candidate to put forward, please get in touch for a confidential chat. Email: job@sgscare.co.uk Please let me and Ryan know if you have any candidates suitable for this role.