Brand-New Children's Home Leader – Registered Manager

Paragon Social Care; South Witham; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to £60,000 salary

£5,000 welcome bonus

Bonuses available

Brand-new purpose-built home

Job summary

Paragon Social Care Limited is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a brand-new, high-specification children's residential home in Spalding, Lincolnshire. You will take full operational responsibility, build the team from scratch and establish the culture and standards from day one.

You'll embed trauma-informed practice, ensure safeguarding and Ofsted compliance, and drive continuous improvement to deliver outstanding care and positive outcomes for young people.

Qualifications

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification.
• At least 2 years' experience in a senior leadership role within a children's residential home.
• Experience supporting children with complex emotional and behavioural needs.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and understanding of Children’s Homes Regulations and Ofsted requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Drive, resilience and a compassionate approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the residential service to the highest standards of care.
• Recruit, develop, supervise and inspire a skilled team.
• Embed trauma-informed and child-centred practice across the home.
• Utilise Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), PACE and therapeutic approaches where appropriate.
• Oversee care planning, risk management, safeguarding and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure the home meets Ofsted standards and Children’s Homes Regulations.
• Cultivate strong relationships with local authorities, education providers, health professionals and families.
• Maintain governance, records and documentation; ensure inspection readiness and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Full UK driving licence

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Paragon Social Care Limited is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a brand-new, high-specification children's residential home in Spalding, Lincolnshire. You will take full operational responsibility, build the team from scratch and establish the culture and standards from day one.

You'll embed trauma-informed practice, ensure safeguarding and Ofsted compliance, and drive continuous improvement to deliver outstanding care and positive outcomes for young people.