Children’s Home Registered Manager

Children’s Registered Home Manager

Location: Malvern

Salary: up to £60,000 with bonus scheme in place.

Benefits

• Salary of £50,000 – £60,000 per annum (DOE)
• £5,000 welcome bonus following successful fit persons interview
• £5,000 annual quality and commercial performance bonus
• Eligibility to join the Management Incentive Plan linked to long-term company success
• Comprehensive induction programme to support successful onboarding
• Ongoing Management Development Training Programme
• Continuous professional development through a dedicated Leadership Academy
• Structured leadership development focused on core behavioural and management skills
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Wellbeing support initiatives
• Recommend a Friend scheme
• Team reward incentives, including discounted restaurants and family days out
• Long service recognition awards
• Competitive pension scheme and wider employee benefits

Successful Applicants

• Passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people in care
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in children’s residential care, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (essential)
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (preferred at application stage, or willingness to enrol within 6 months)
• Strong understanding of The Children’s Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, SCCIF, and wider childcare legislation
• Experience supporting children with emotional, behavioural, and social difficulties, including trauma-informed practice
• Strong leadership skills with experience in planning, organisation, and team management
• Experience in budget management, resource allocation, and operational oversight
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Full UK driving licence

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee a 3-bed Ofsted-registered children’s residential service in Hereford
• Manage planned and emergency admissions, including bridging placements
• Deliver structured daily programmes that provide stimulation, opportunity, and tailored support to individual needs
• Ensure each child has a comprehensive, individualised care plan covering emotional, educational, social, health, and developmental needs
• Recruit, lead, and develop a high-performing staff team, ensuring effective induction, supervision, and ongoing development
• Promote a culture of participation, ensuring children and young people are actively involved in their care
• Allocate Key Workers and ensure effective delivery of individual care plans
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements, including National Minimum Standards and the Home’s Statement of Purpose
• Take responsibility for safeguarding, complaints, and child protection matters, ensuring appropriate escalation and resolution
• Build strong relationships with external professionals, including social workers, families, and multi‑agency partners
• Attend and contribute to care planning meetings, reviews, and professional discussions
• Promote a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can achieve their personal best
• Ensure effective financial and operational management of the home in line with budget expectations

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