Job Description

Job Title:

Trainee Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home

Location:

Leicester, LE3

Salary:

45,000 - 60,000

(Dependent on Experience)

Benefits:

Fuel Card Package

At Bess, we believe in building more than just a children's home - we're creating a place where young people feel truly safe, seen, and supported. Our small, 2-bedded EBD setting is settled, stable, and filled with heart. The team here isn't just staff - we're a family with a shared purpose: to make a genuine, lasting difference in the lives of the children we care for.

Now, we have an amazing opportunity for the right person to join our journey. Whether you're an experienced Deputy Manager ready for the next step, or a passionate, committed individual looking to grow into a Trainee Registered Manager role - this is your chance to shine.

You'll be stepping into a home that's already thriving, with a strong team and supportive leadership behind you. But what makes this role truly special is the opportunity to build your own legacy - to bring your personality, ideas, and heart into something that's growing every day.

This is your chance to grow, lead, and build your own legacy in a home that's already thriving. You won't be doing it alone - you'll have the full support of a hands-on Director and a dedicated Responsible Individual, both there to guide you every step of the way. We believe in growing great leaders through real support, not just supervision.

At Bess, we do things differently. We're fun, we're supportive, and we care - not just about the children, but about each other. If you're ready to be part of something meaningful, exciting, and full of potential, we'd love to welcome you in.

Let's build something beautiful together.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in managing the day-to-day operations of the children's home. Support the Registered Manager in ensuring high standards of care and full regulatory compliance. Contribute to the leadership, motivation, and development of the staff team. Help implement personalised care plans and ensure that children's individual needs are met. Foster strong, positive relationships with children, staff, families, and external professionals. Uphold safeguarding, health and safety, and risk management procedures. Engage in professional development and training with the goal of becoming a Registered Manager.

Skills & Experience:

Previous experience in a children's residential setting, ideally in a senior or team leader role. A strong desire to progress into a leadership/management position. Compassionate, resilient, and committed to improving the lives of vulnerable children. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills. A

Level 3 Diploma

in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it). A basic understanding of Ofsted, safeguarding policies, and care legislation.

What We Offer:

A competitive salary of

45,000 - 60,000

depending on qualifications and experience. A

Fuel Card

to assist with travel costs. A clear, structured development path towards becoming a Registered Manager. Continuous professional training, mentoring, and leadership support. Opportunities to gain further qualifications and advance within the organisation. A caring, committed, and forward-thinking working environment.

How to Apply:

If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in children's lives and are ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Please send your

CV

and a

cover letter

outlining your experience and why you're suited to this trainee manager role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 45,000.00-60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Flexitime Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Store discount Transport links Work from home
Experience:

Residential Childcare: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required) Level 3 NVQ in Residential Childcare (required)
Work Location: In person