Deputy Manager

Location: 4-bed EBD Children’s Home, Crowland, Lincolnshire
Salary: £30,110 – £31,938 per annum plus £50 per sleep-in (worth £4,800+ per year based on average rota)
Shifts: 8am–11pm with sleep-ins

Step into leadership with the support you need to succeed.
Our client is offering an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Deputy Manager to join their well-established 4-bed EBD home in Crowland — with a clear pathway to become Registered Manager in the near future. The current RM, in post since November 2022, will be moving into an Operations Manager role, and you’ll work under their mentorship for several months before stepping into the lead role.

About the Role:
As Deputy Manager, you will:
• Work closely with the current RM to learn every aspect of running the home
• Lead and mentor the staff team, ensuring high standards of care and safeguarding
• Maintain accurate case files, reports, and care plans in line with regulations
• Support behaviour management strategies and therapeutic approaches
• Participate in the rota, including sleep-ins and on-call duties
• Oversee household management, ensuring a safe, welcoming environment

What Makes This Exciting:
• Clear, planned progression to Registered Manager role
• Established, settled home with all children in education
• Stable leadership — current RM in post since 2022
• Competitive pay scales recognising experience and qualifications
• £4,800+ annual sleep-in earnings in addition to base salary
• Structured training and ongoing mentorship

About You:
We’re looking for someone who:
• Has at least one year’s experience in a Deputy Manager role (or is ready to step up)
• Holds or is working towards Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (Children & Young People)
• Has strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills
• Is committed to safeguarding and delivering excellent outcomes
• Holds a full UK driving licence

Why Join:
• Supportive leadership with clear career progression
• Mentorship from an experienced, highly regarded RM
• Child-focused, values-led organisation
• Competitive salary plus sleep-in payments worth over £4,800 annually

How to Apply:
If you’re ready to bring your skills and passion to a home where you can make a lasting impact — and take the next step to Registered Manager — we’d love to hear from you.
Contact us on (phone number removed) to discuss this opportunity further.