Location: Nottinghamshire (NG13 area)

Salary: £32,448 – £36,400

Shift Pattern:

• 2-week rolling rota: 2 shifts one week, 3 shifts the next

• Shifts are 8:00am to 11:00pm with a paid sleep-in at £70 per night

• Includes 4–6 sleep-ins per month

Requirements:

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare (Level 5 preferred or willingness to work towards)

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in children’s residential care

• 1 year in a supervisory or team leader role

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, behaviour support, and trauma-informed practice

• Full UK driving licence (essential)

About the Role: An outstanding therapeutic provider in Nottinghamshire is seeking a committed and experienced Deputy Manager to help lead one of their highly-rated children’s homes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a service that specialises in trauma-informed care for children aged 5–17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). You will work closely with the Registered Manager to provide consistent, therapeutic leadership to a dedicated team.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Registered Manager with day-to-day operations and compliance

• Lead by example in delivering high-quality, therapeutic care using models such as PACE and DDP

• Oversee staff supervision, rota planning, and professional development

• Ensure safeguarding and regulatory standards are upheld at all times

• Contribute to care planning and ensure the home environment promotes stability, recovery, and growth.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary: £32,448 – £36,400 base plus £70 per sleep-in

• Additional enhancements based on experience and responsibilities

• Funded Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification

• Access to in-house therapeutic training (PACE, DDP, trauma-informed care)

• Regular 1:1 and group supervision, including support from an in-house therapist

• 28 days’ annual leave including bank holidays

• NEST pension, Employee Assistance Programme, and SAGE employee benefits

• Free meals on duty, paid activities, and free parking

About the Provider: This family-run provider operates six small homes, each dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can heal, grow, and thrive. Rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, the organisation champions therapeutic parenting and staff development, offering career pathways into Registered Manager roles.

Apply Today: If you’re ready to take the next step in your leadership career, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Sharissa at sharissag@snghealthcare.co.uk or 02380 118224 to learn more.

Please note: All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and robust safer recruitment processes. Applicants must be 21 or older.