Deputy Manager

Elephant Recruitment Group; Burton-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional recruitment agency is seeking a Deputy Manager for a 3-bed EBD home in Burton-on-Trent. The ideal candidate will support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality care, lead shifts, and foster strong relationships with young people. This role offers competitive pay, generous sleep-in rates, and progression opportunities within the organization.

Benefits

Overtime available at GBP14.65/hour

GBP105 per sleep-in

Regular training and progression opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior RCW or Team Leader in EBD care.
• Capable of leading shifts and supporting a team effectively.
• Emotionally resilient with a focus on young people's needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in operating the 3-bed EBD home.
• Lead shifts, mentor staff, and deliver high-quality care.
• Ensure safeguarding, documentation, and compliance protocols.

Skills

EBD experience

Leadership

Child-focused approach

Emotional resilience

Education

NVQ Level 3 Residential Childcare

Job description

Deputy Manager 3-Bed EBD Home

Burton-on-Trent GBP37,040 (including 4 sleeps/month)

If you re an experienced Senior or Team Leader ready to take the next step, this is a fantastic opportunity to join an Ofsted Good home that s small, stable, and focused on making a difference.

About the Role:
• Support the Registered Manager in running a well-established 3-bed EBD home
• Lead shifts and mentor staff to deliver high-quality care
• Take responsibility for safeguarding, documentation, and compliance
• Build strong, therapeutic relationships with young people
• Help to maintain the home s positive, nurturing environment

What Makes This Exciting:
• Ofsted Good a settled, stable service with room to grow
• Strong, experienced team in place
• Overtime available at GBP14.65/hour and GBP105 per sleep-in
• Real scope to develop toward a future Registered Manager role

About You:
• Senior RCW/ Team Leader or current Deputy with EBD experience
• Able to lead shifts confidently and support a team
• Emotionally resilient and child-focused
• NVQ Level 3 Residential Childcare (or working toward it)

Why Join:
• Supportive provider with clear values and strong leadership
• Small home setting that enables real impact
• Progression opportunities and regular training
• Transparent pay and generous sleep-in rates

How to Apply:
Step into a Deputy role with purpose and support behind you.
Contact us on (phone number removed) to discuss this opportunity further.