We’re proud to be working in partnership with a leading care provider to recruit a Children’s Home Manager for a small, well-established 2-bed EBD home in Plymouth. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior or Deputy Manager ready to take their first step into registration - with a strong Deputy and an experienced, committed team already in place.

Role: Registered Home Manager – Children’s Residential Care
Salary: up to £42000
Bonus: 5k Welcome Bonus + 21% Annual Performance Bonus
Annual Leave: 32 days including Bank Holidays
Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role:
You’ll lead a dedicated team supporting two boys (aged 14 and 15), both in long-term placements. The home is committed to providing consistent, therapeutic care that promotes growth, recovery and lasting positive outcomes.

With a strong ethos of inspiring, encouraging, and supporting young people to achieve great things, you’ll be instrumental in creating a nurturing environment where children can lead happy, healthy and successful lives.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care.
Build strong, therapeutic relationships with young people, fostering trust and resilience.
Mentor and develop the staff team, overseeing training, performance, and development.
Maintain compliance with safeguarding, regulatory and legislative standards.
Oversee budgets, resources and service development in line with organisational goals.
Work flexibly, including participating in the on-call rota as required.

Requirements:

Minimum of 3 years' experience in a residential children’s care setting at a senior level.
Level 3 or 4 in Children and Young People's Workforce (or equivalent).
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or working towards).
Sound knowledge of safeguarding and The Children Act 1989.
Budget and financial oversight experience.
Full UK driving licence essential.

What’s on Offer:

Salary: Up to £42,000
Welcome Bonus: £5,000
Annual Bonus: 21% of annual salary
Annual Leave: 32 days including bank holidays
Training & Career Progression: Ongoing development and clear pathways to senior leadership
Pension Scheme & Wellbeing Support
DBS paid for & regular renewals covered
Staff referral scheme – £500 shared bonus
Blue Light Card and HAPI App discounts
Veteran-friendly employer with guaranteed interview scheme for ex-service personnel

Ready to make a difference in the lives of young people?
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

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