Children’s Home Registered Manager

Children’s Home Registered Manager

Location: Bridgwater, Somerset (rural setting)
Salary: Up to £53,725.86 (including bonuses)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 40 per week

Company:

My client established in 1999, has built a strong reputation in the residential childcare sector. They pride themselves on providing high-quality, holistic care for young people, supporting them as individuals and helping them achieve positive outcomes, regardless of their background.

We are excited to announce a brand new 4-bed children’s home opening in Bridgwater, Somerset – and we are now seeking a passionate and experienced Registered Manager to lead the service.

The Role

As Registered Manager, you will:

• Lead and manage a 4-bed home and a staff team of 9, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and positive environment for young people.
• Be accountable for the smooth and efficient running of the home, meeting all Ofsted and safeguarding requirements.
• Develop and maintain individual care plans, reports and monitoring systems to ensure the best outcomes for young people.
• Recruit, develop, supervise and motivate your team, creating a culture of openness, positivity and professional growth.
• Represent Headway professionally to external agencies, commissioners and within the local community.
• Participate in on-call duties (average of 2 per month).

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Experienced: At least 2 years’ experience within the last 5 years in a residential childcare role, including 1 year in a supervisory/management position.
• Qualified: Holds QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children & Young People) and QCF Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People Workforce (or equivalent).
• Knowledgeable: Thorough understanding of Children’s Home Regulations, Ofsted requirements, and safeguarding/child protection procedures.
• Resilient & Motivated: Committed to making a genuine difference to young people’s lives, with a positive, professional and non-judgmental attitude.
• Flexible & Practical: Able to drive a manual car (with business insurance) and undertake on-call duties.

Benefits

• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Occupancy Bonus – £175 per child after the first (up to £525 per month for a 4-bed home)
• £2,000 annual car allowance
• Ofsted Bonus – £500 for Good, £1,000 for Outstanding
• On-call payments – £10 per day (Mon–Fri), £50 per day (Sat–Sun)
• Non-contributory pension – 9% employer contribution
• Company sick pay – enhanced after 6 months (5 days full pay)
• Continuous professional development and career progression opportunities