Job Description

Registered Children's Home Manager - Brand new home opening soon!

Full-Time | Salary: 55,000 - 60,000 + bonuses

Do you believe great leadership can change young lives?
Are you the kind of manager who leads with heart and backbone?
If you're ready to run a home, not just a rota - we want to hear from you.

About the Role

We're looking for aRegistered Children's Home Manager who is passionate, driven, and child-focused to lead our children's home. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll shape the culture of the home, inspire your team, and ensure every child feels safe, valued, and supported to thrive.

You'll take overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home - from safeguarding and quality care, to staff leadership, compliance, and creating a warm, nurturing environment where children can flourish.

What You'll Be Doing

Leading a home that puts children at the centre of everything Creating strong, trusting relationships with young people Championing therapeutic, trauma-informed care using PACE principles Ensuring safeguarding, care planning, and risk management are top-notch Leading, mentoring, and developing a committed staff team Managing rotas, budgets, compliance, and the overall running of the home Working closely with families, professionals, and external agencies Being a visible, positive role model for both children and staff

Who We're Looking For

You'll be someone who:

Is (or can be) Ofsted Registered Holds (or is working towards) Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare Has solid knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards Is confident leading teams, managing performance, and supporting staff wellbeing Can balance compassion with consistency Is organised, resilient, and calm under pressure Truly believes every child deserves a safe, happy, and aspirational home

What You'll Get

A rewarding leadership role where you can genuinely make a difference Supportive senior management and regular supervision Opportunities for professional development and progression A chance to shape and grow a home you can be proud of Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

Why Join Us?

Because this isn't just a job - it's a chance to change outcomes, build futures, and lead with purpose. If you're passionate about high-quality care and want to be part of an organisation that values relationships, reflection, and doing things the right way, we'd love to meet you.

Apply now

and take the next step in your leadership journey.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 55,000.00-60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension On-site parking
Application question(s):

Do you have Children's Residential experience?
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person