Role: Registered Children’s Home Manager
Location: Burton-On-Trent
Salary: Up to £50,000 per year + up to £4,500 in bonuses
Are you an experienced registered or deputy manager in the children’s residential care sector, ready to take on an exciting new challenge?
This is your opportunity to manage a brand-new, 3-bed EBD home within a medium-sized, established company known for its “Good” and “Outstanding” Ofsted ratings across all homes.
We’re looking for a Registered Manager who is passionate about providing exceptional care and has the drive to lead a new home to success.
Why Join Us?
This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make your mark in a supportive and professional environment. With a competitive salary, significant bonus potential, and an opportunity to lead a high-quality home, this role offers the perfect blend of challenge and reward.
What You’ll Do
As the Registered Manager, you will:
* Lead from the front, managing all aspects of the children’s home and ensuring compliance with Ofsted, the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
* Develop and implement care plans tailored to meet the individual needs of young people, supporting their emotional, social, and educational development.
* Build and manage a high-performing team, providing guidance, supervision, and training to deliver exceptional care.
* Be the safeguarding lead, ensuring young people are protected and supported at all times.
* Maintain and promote a positive culture, creating a safe and nurturing environment for young people.
* Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams, external agencies, and families to ensure the best outcomes for young people.
* Oversee budgets and ensure resources are managed effectively.
What We’re Looking For
To succeed in this role, you will need:
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) or actively studying towards.
* At least 5 years of residential experience, including 2 years in management within the children’s home sector.
* Strong knowledge of governing legislation, regulations, and Ofsted requirements.
* A proven track record of delivering high standards of care.
* Exceptional leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
* Emotional resilience, decisiveness, and the ability to manage complex situations calmly.
Desirable: Experience working with young people with complex emotional, behavioural, or mental health needs.
What’s in It for You?
We offer:
* A competitive salary of up to £50,000 per year .
* An additional £4,500 in bonus opportunities, including performance, Ofsted, and management bonuses.
* The chance to lead a brand-new home, with all the tools and support to achieve success.
* A supportive company culture with ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
* The opportunity to work with an organisation committed to excellence, with all existing homes rated “Good” or “Outstanding.”
Why This Role?
This is your chance to lead a new home within a thriving, well-respected organisation. With the opportunity to make a real difference in young lives and take your career to the next level, this role offers incredible potential for professional growth and achievement.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re an experienced and passionate leader looking for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you. Take the next step in your career and apply today to join a team dedicated to changing lives for the better!