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