Registered Manager – Children’s Home Mental Health

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Job Title:

Children’s Home Registered Manager – Specialist Mental Health

Location:

Newmarket

Salary:

£50,000 – £65,000 per annum DOE + up to £10,000 annual bonus + £5,000 welcome bonus

Working Hours / Shift Pattern:

40 hours per week

Employment Type:

Permanent

Service:

Children’s Home – Specialist Mental Health

Service Users:

Children aged 12–18 years with mental health needs, including high-risk behaviours and self-injurious behaviours

Qualifications Required:

Level 3 Children’s Residential Care (essential); Level 5 Leadership & Management (preferred or to be completed within 6 months)

Experience Required:

Minimum 2 years in children’s residential care, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years

The Home:

A specialist 2-bed children’s home supporting young people with complex mental health needs. The service forms part of a wider therapeutic site and offers a multi-disciplinary approach, including access to clinical professionals and education staff. The focus is on stabilisation, therapeutic support, and positive transitions.

Number of beds:

2

Who we are looking for:

An experienced and passionate Registered Manager with strong leadership capability and a genuine interest in supporting young people with mental health needs. You will be confident managing risk, leading teams, and delivering high‑quality, therapeutic care in line with Ofsted standards.

Who you will be working for:

Our client is a leading UK provider of children’s residential care and specialist education services, operating as part of a wider national care group.

Company type/size:

Large national provider

Why this home & company:

This is an opportunity to lead a highly specialist service with strong clinical support and infrastructure. The organisation offers a structured environment with clear expectations, investment in leadership, and a focus on achieving positive outcomes for young people with complex needs.

Progression:

Opportunities to progress within a large national organisation, including leadership pathways and involvement in wider service development.

Training / qualifications:

Comprehensive induction and ongoing access to a leadership academy, including management development programmes focused on behavioural leadership, team development, and reflective practice.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary package with performance-related bonuses
  • £5,000 welcome bonus (paid on registration)
  • Management Incentive Plan linked to long-term company performance
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Wellbeing Programme
  • Recommend a Friend scheme
  • Discounts on restaurants and family days out
  • Long Service Awards
  • Pension scheme

Ethos:

A commitment to delivering high‑quality, therapeutic care where young people are supported to achieve meaningful outcomes in a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.

Contact:

job@sgscare.co.uk

Sponsorship is not available.

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Location: Newmarket
Job Description:

Job Title:

Children’s Home Registered Manager – Specialist Mental Health

Location:

Newmarket

Salary:

£50,000 – £65,000 per annum DOE + up to £10,000 annual bonus + £5,000 welcome bonus

Working Hours / Shift Pattern:

40 hours per week

Employment Type:

Permanent

Service:

Children’s Home – Specialist Mental Health

Service Users:

Children aged 12–18 years with mental health needs, including high-risk behaviours and self-injurious behaviours

Qualifications Required:

Level 3 Children’s Residential Care (essential); Level 5 Leadership & Management (preferred or to be completed within 6 months)

Experience Required:

Minimum 2 years in children’s residential care, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years

The Home:

A specialist 2-bed children’s home supporting young people with complex mental health needs. The service forms part of a wider therapeutic site and offers a multi-disciplinary approach, including access to clinical professionals and education staff. The focus is on stabilisation, therapeutic support, and positive transitions.

Number of beds:

2

Who we are looking for:

An experienced and passionate Registered Manager with strong leadership capability and a genuine interest in supporting young people with mental health needs. You will be confident managing risk, leading teams, and delivering high‑quality, therapeutic care in line with Ofsted standards.

Who you will be working for:

Our client is a leading UK provider of children’s residential care and specialist education services, operating as part of a wider national care group.

Company type/size:

Large national provider

Why this home & company:

This is an opportunity to lead a highly specialist service with strong clinical support and infrastructure. The organisation offers a structured environment with clear expectations, investment in leadership, and a focus on achieving positive outcomes for young people with complex needs.

Progression:

Opportunities to progress within a large national organisation, including leadership pathways and involvement in wider service development.

Training / qualifications:

Comprehensive induction and ongoing access to a leadership academy, including management development programmes focused on behavioural leadership, team development, and reflective practice.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary package with performance-related bonuses
  • £5,000 welcome bonus (paid on registration)
  • Management Incentive Plan linked to long-term company performance
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Wellbeing Programme
  • Recommend a Friend scheme
  • Discounts on restaurants and family days out
  • Long Service Awards
  • Pension scheme

Ethos:

A commitment to delivering high‑quality, therapeutic care where young people are supported to achieve meaningful outcomes in a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.

Contact:

job@sgscare.co.uk

Sponsorship is not available.

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Posted: May 20th, 2026