Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home

Location: Swindon
Salary: £45,000–£52,000 DOE
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Organisation

This well-established provider has offered high-quality residential care to vulnerable children and young people for over a decade. Their small homes support children aged 8–18, creating safe, nurturing environments where stability, wellbeing, and personal growth are prioritised.

Job Description

A skilled and confident Registered Manager is required to lead a two-bed children’s home supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs. The home is already well established and holds a “good” inspection rating. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, child-centred values, and an ability to maintain high standards of care and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the staff team, including rota planning and professional development.
• Oversee all care planning and promote positive outcomes for each young person.
• Embed the Quality Standards into everyday practice.
• Apply knowledge of Children’s Homes Regulations and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Build effective working relationships with external partners and advocate for young people.
• Celebrate achievements for both staff and children.
• Manage the home’s budget and resources responsibly.
• Complete reports, records, and administrative tasks to a high standard.
• Lead safeguarding practice and ensure all procedures are consistently followed.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years’ recent experience within residential childcare.
• Proven experience managing or helping establish a children’s home.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

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Due to the nature of the role, my client does require you to be DBS cleared.