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Children's Home Registered Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Registered Manager to lead a 2-bed children's residential home in Wavertree. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a driven individual to make a positive impact in the lives of young people, within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation.
As a Registered Manager, you will take charge of day-to-day operations, lead a dedicated team, and ensure the delivery of high-quality care in a safe and nurturing environment. This is a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference while developing your leadership skills and career.

  • £50,600 starting salary to manage 1 home
  • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Full time permanent position

Role and Responsibilities:

  • Leadership: Manage a 2-bed children's residential home, guiding a dedicated care team.
  • Quality Care: Deliver exceptional care focused on children's safety, welfare, and development.
  • Compliance: Ensure adherence to Ofsted and CQC standards with up-to-date processes and records.
  • Team Management: Lead, mentor, and train staff, conducting performance reviews.
  • Budgeting: Oversee budgets while maintaining high-quality care.
  • Safeguarding: Ensure staff are trained in safeguarding and sensitive issue management.
  • Stakeholder Relations: Build positive relationships with families, social workers, and stakeholders.

Key Requirements:

  • 2+ years in children's residential care management.
  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete).
  • Strong knowledge of Ofsted, safeguarding, and compliance.
  • Compassionate leadership with excellent organisational skills.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive Salary: Starting at £50,600 for managing one home.
  • Generous Annual Leave: 28 days holiday, plus all bank holidays off to ensure a good work-life balance.
  • Private Medical Insurance: Available after completing a 6-month probationary period.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to health, wellness, and work-life balance support.
  • Bonuses: Incentives for achieving Good and Outstanding Ofsted ratings.
  • Bespoke Training: Tailored professional development programs designed to help you succeed in your role.

Apply Now

If you are interested, please call Lisa McVinnie on 01772 208964 or email me your CV - lisa.mcvinnie@servicecare.org.uk

If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £250.

The benefits of working with SCS:

  • A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact.
  • Exceptional referral bonuses - £250 per referral placed in to work!
  • An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK
  • Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.
  • Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training.
  • Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses.
  • DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge.