Job Description

Registered Manager - Residential Child Care

44,100 - 49,613 per annum + bonus + 5,000 joining bonus!

Barnsley, S72

Full Time | Permanent | 40 hours per week

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for transforming the lives of young people? This is your opportunity to take on a unique challenge -- reopening and shaping a fully refurbished, 2-bedded children's home in Barnsley!

What We Offer

Salary:

44,100 - 49,613 per annum (DOE)

Bonus:

10% discretionary annual bonus

Joining Bonus:

5,000

Benefits:

33 days annual leave Private Medical Insurance & Life Assurance Cash-back healthcare plan (including dental & optical) Pension scheme with salary sacrifice Blue Light Card for discounts Employee benefits platform & referral scheme Relocation support available Fully funded qualifications, including leadership and therapeutic parenting training Structured mentoring from senior managers and opportunities to visit other homes

What Makes Pebbles Different?

At Pebbles, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of vulnerable young people aged 8-18 through high-quality residential care and education.

Specialist Expertise:

With nearly 22 years of experience, we have developed a proven therapeutic approach that combines care, education, and clinical support.

Exceptional Standards:

We operate 56 homes across the North of England and Scotland, along with three established schools, all designed to provide safe, nurturing, and inspiring environments.

Ambitious Growth:

Our plans for 2025 and beyond will see continued innovation and expansion, creating even more opportunities to support young people and our staff.

Supportive Culture:

We believe in teamwork, respect, and having fun while we work. Our staff enjoy excellent benefits and wellbeing support that make a real difference day to day.

Unlocking Futures:

Everything we do is focused on helping children and young people achieve independence and brighter futures.

Apply today and become part of the Pebbles family!

About the Home

Located in Barnsley (S72), the home is a newly refurbished 2-bed service ready to reopen. The Registered Manager role is key to re-establishing the team and shaping the culture from the ground up. You'll be supported by an Area Manager, senior leaders, and a dedicated in-house team of psychologists, social workers, and health professionals. Average placement length is two years, with a strong focus on helping young people move toward independent living. You will play a vital role in child-matching decisions and building a high-quality, nurturing, and educational environment.

Your Responsibilities

As Registered Manager, you will:

Lead the reopening of the service, recruiting and developing your staff team. Create a warm, family-like environment, in line with our therapeutic parenting ethos. Oversee all operational, regulatory, and safeguarding responsibilities. Work closely with internal professionals to deliver personalised care plans. Mentor and guide your team to provide consistent, outstanding care.

About You

You'll bring:

A recognised qualification (Level 4 CYP Practitioner / SCQF Level 7 HNC / Level 3 Residential Childcare minimum) At least 2 years' experience in children's residential care (within the past 5 years) At least 1 year's experience supervising or leading a team Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills Strong safeguarding knowledge and understanding of safer recruitment practices A full UK driving licence

Are you ready to shape a new home and create brighter futures for children and young people?

Apply today and become part of the Pebbles family!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 44,100.00-49,613.00 per year

Experience:

children's residential care (within the past 5 years): 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

A full UK driving licence (required) Level 3 Residential Childcare (minimum) (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person