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Children's Home Manager
Job Posted: 3 days ago
Salary: £ 45,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Shrewsbury
Expire in: 24 days
Job Description
Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home
Location: UK-wide | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Incentives
Are you a passionate leader with a drive to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people? We're looking for an experienced Registered Manager to join our team and lead one of our Ofsted-regulated children’s homes, creating a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment for every child.
What We Offer:
Competitive Starting Salary (based on experience)
£5,000 Annual Quality & Commercial Bonus
Management Incentive Plan – Share in the long-term success of the organisation
Comprehensive Induction Programme
Ongoing Management Development through our in-house Leadership Academy, designed to enhance behavioural skills, inspire growth, and empower strong, people-first leadership
Employee Benefits including:
Employee Assistance Service
Wellbeing & Mental Health Support Programme
Recommend a Friend scheme
Team Rewards with discounts on restaurants and family attractions
Long Service Awards
Pension Scheme
About the Role:
As a Registered Manager, you will take full operational responsibility for your home, ensuring high-quality care and compliance with all relevant standards and regulations.
You will:
Develop personalised care plans for each young person, covering social, emotional, therapeutic, and educational needs
Recruit, train, and retain a dedicated team to ensure consistency and a familiar, supportive environment
Foster a culture of consultation where young people are empowered to share their views on their care
Assign Key Workers to support each child’s care plan delivery
Lead your team in maintaining outstanding standards in line with the home’s Statement of Purpose and national quality standards
Manage complaints and safeguarding issues effectively and promptly
Work collaboratively with parents, carers, professionals, and external agencies
Attend and contribute to planning and review meetings for each young person
Embed a culture of safety, accountability, and excellence
What We're Looking For:
Experience: Minimum 2 years in children’s residential care, including 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years
Qualifications:
Essential: Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Care
Preferred: Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to enrol within 6 months)
Knowledge: Familiarity with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations, Quality Standards, and Ofsted SCCIF
Skills: Strong leadership, organisation, budgeting, and team management abilities
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication
Specialist Knowledge: Experience working with children with emotional and behavioural difficulties and trauma-informed care
Other: Full UK Driving Licence required
Why Join Us?
We believe every child deserves a safe and inspiring place to grow. Our homes are more than just places of care—they’re nurturing environments where children are supported to thrive emotionally, socially, and educationally.
By joining our team, you’ll gain more than just a job—you’ll become part of a supportive network with real opportunities for personal and professional growth. Every day is an opportunity to make a real differenceBefore You Apply
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