Children's Home Registered Manager

Willing care; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care service provider in Bracknell is looking for a leader to manage a children's residential home. You will oversee care planning and quality, lead a dedicated staff team, and ensure a nurturing environment for children and young people. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience, alongside strong leadership skills. This role offers competitive salary and comprehensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Salary up to £55,000

Comprehensive induction programme

Fully funded training and qualifications

Access to a benefits portal with discounts

Company pension scheme

Paid DBS check

Additional day off for your birthday

Meals provided during shifts

Qualifications

• A recognised Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children's Residential Care or willingness to work towards it.
• Proven experience managing a children's residential home.
• Strong leadership, people management, and organisational skills.
• Excellent knowledge of safeguarding and children's rights.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong, supportive leadership to staff teams.
• Oversee care planning, safeguarding, and operations.
• Lead in creating a safe and nurturing environment.
• Recruit, train, and develop staff.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively.

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide strong, supportive leadership to staff teams within the children's home.
• Oversee care planning, safeguarding, and daily operations of the home.
• Lead by example in creating a safe, nurturing, and positive environment for children and young people.
• Recruit, train, and develop staff, supporting them to reach their full potential.
• Manage budgets, resources, and administrative responsibilities effectively.
• Work collaboratively with external agencies, families, and professionals to deliver the best outcomes.

Qualifications

• A recognised Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children's Residential Care or the willingness to work towards it (must already hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent).
• Proven experience managing a children's residential home.
• Strong leadership, people management, and organisational skills.
• Excellent knowledge of safeguarding, children's rights, and residential childcare standards.
• Ability to work flexibly, including on-call duties.

Benefits

• Salary up to £55,000; competitive with excellent training and development opportunities, and the chance to leave your mark on a new service.
• Comprehensive induction programme to set you up for success.
• Fully funded training and qualifications to support your professional development.
• Access to a benefits portal with a range of discounts and perks.
• Company pension scheme for financial security.
• Paid DBS check.
• An additional day off for your birthday to celebrate.
• Meals provided during shifts.