Are you an experienced Registered Manager in Children’s Residential Services, or a highly experienced Deputy Manager looking for their next step? Do you have experience with Ofsted regulated services? Then maybe a Children’s Residential Registered Manager role is for you!
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- Competitive Salary – because your time and care are valuable
- Do what you love – advocate for the children, ensuring their voices are heard within the MDT
- Multi award‑winning charity – we reinvest profits into YOU and the people we support
- Supportive leadership – we’ve got your back, always
- No uniforms – just comfy, casual clothes
- Guaranteed shifts – guaranteed contracted hours every week and rotas issued 4‑6 weeks in advance
- 6 weeks paid annual leave – rest, recharge, repeat
- Pension scheme – planning for your future, together
- Shopping discounts – because treats are important
- Ongoing training & career progression – grow with us
- Recommend‑a‑Friend bonus – bring your besties and get rewarded with Love2Shop vouchers
- Financial hardship fund – we’re here when life gets tough
- Wellbeing investment – your health matters
- Free DBS check – we’ve got it covered
About the Organization
Community Integrated Care is one of the UK’s largest health and social care charities. We transform lives by delivering high‑quality, person‑centred support that fosters independence and empowerment. Our charity was founded in 1988 and we were one of the pioneers of the ‘Care in the Community’ agenda, enabling people to move out of long‑stay institutions and live more fulfilling lives. Since then, we’ve remained leaders in social care, providing bespoke support to thousands across the UK. Today, we support more than 2,600 people and employ 6,600 caring and committed colleagues across England and Scotland. ARC HD Services joined Community Integrated Care in 2025, bringing years of specialist residential childcare experience along with it. We have a proud history of breaking boundaries and are always looking for new ways to make a positive difference through bold ideas, innovative projects and impactful partnerships.
Location: Andover
Hours: 39 hours per week – Monday‑Friday
Shift Pattern: Generally Monday – Friday, with occasional weekend or out of hours work
Rate of Pay: Competitive
Background
Children supported by the service may present with a history of trauma and adversity, experiences of disrupted attachment, developmental delays, educational and learning challenges, emotional distress, health and well‑being needs, and behaviours that reflect unmet needs or difficulty with regulation. The post holder will bring a trauma‑informed, developmentally appropriate and relational approach to understanding and responding to these challenges.
The Role
We’re seeking a Registered Manager to lead our Andover Children’s Home in line with the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on young lives while shaping a high‑performing, compassionate team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day‑to‑day operations of the Children’s Home, ensuring full regulatory compliance.
- Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, taking responsibility for all safeguarding referrals and procedures.
- Inspire and supervise a dedicated team, ensuring high standards of care and professional development.
- Collaborate with therapists, nursing staff, and external agencies to deliver holistic, therapeutic support.
- Manage budgets, staffing rosters, and care plans with precision and empathy.
- Maintain strong relationships with families, commissioners, and the wider community.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential:
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in residential childcare within the last 5 years
- At least 1 year in a supervisory/management role
- Strong safeguarding knowledge and commitment to child protection
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
- Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
Desirable:
- Has completed, or is studying/committed to completing Level 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare
- Previous experience as a Designated Safeguarding Officer
- Experience writing reports and attending reviews
Equal Opportunities
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer. ARC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share that commitment.
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