Deputy Manager – Therapeutic 4-Bed Home in Nottingham (Maternity Cover)
Salary: Up to £37,154 + £80 per sleep-in
Contract: Fixed-term, Full-time (40 hours including paid breaks)
Potential for permanent role and promotion to Registered Manager
Are you a calm, confident Deputy ready to take the lead during a crucial phase? We’re recruiting for a maternity cover post in a Nottingham-based therapeutic home. a 4-bed service currently supporting 1–2 children with higher needs.
About the Role:
Lead on shift and support the Registered Manager in day-to-day operations
Build strong therapeutic relationships with children with complex needs
Flex your hours to meet the home’s needs (typically 8am–8pm)
Guide the home through a transitional period, focusing on stability and quality
Manage routines, safeguarding, key working, and documentation
Help shape an emotionally safe and responsive care environment
What Makes This Exciting:
A reflective period of development — real scope to influence culture
Home is operating below full capacity, allowing for focused, quality care
Likely transition to permanent role, with progression to Registered Manager
£80 per sleep-in + paid breaks within your 40-hour week
Performance bonuses and use of home vehicle for work
Hands-on support from experienced, child-focused leaders
About You:
Deputy Manager or experienced Team Leader from residential childcare
Level 3 in Residential Childcare essential; Level 5 preferred or in progress
Emotionally resilient, flexible, and child-centred
Committed to therapeutic practice and high-quality outcomes
Why Join Us?
Join a trusted provider with a focus on doing things right
Strong leadership, guidance and team culture
True potential to step into a Registered Manager role
Great work-life balance and clear, achievable progression
How to Apply:
If you’re ready to step up and shape a home with real purpose, we’d love to speak with you.
Call us on (phone number removed) to discuss this opportunity further