Children's Home Registered Manager

Wolf Healthcare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care organization in Derby seeks a Registered Manager for a Children's Home. This career-defining role requires at least 5 years of experience supporting children in a senior capacity. You will lead day-to-day operations, manage a team, and ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations. The role offers a salary ranging from £55-£70K, comprehensive benefits including 28 days' paid holiday, professional growth opportunities, and an impactful work environment where you'll change young lives every day.

Benefits

28 days' paid holiday

Career Growth

Funded professional qualifications

Paid overtime

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• Minimum age 21 with the right to work in the UK.
• 5+ years' experience supporting children in a senior role.
• Full clean driving licence plus business insurance.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations with confidence and clarity.
• Build, inspire, and empower a high-performing team.
• Ensure full Ofsted compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Child-centred care

Team management

Compliance

Education

NVQ Level 3 / QCF Level 4 (Health / Social Care, Youth Work or Education)

Level 5 Leadership Diploma (or working toward it)

Job description

OFSTED REGISTERED CHILDREN'S HOME MANAGER

£55-£70K PER ANNUM PLUS OUTSTANDING CAREER PROGRESSION

Step into a career-defining opportunity as Registered Manager of a Children's Home in Derby, where your leadership doesn't just guide a team, it changes young futures.

This isn't just another management role. It's a mission. You'll be the driving force behind a safe, nurturing home where children feel seen, supported, and empowered to thrive.

Why You'll Love This Role

Because your impact deserves to be recognised and rewarded.

Exceptional Package

• £50-60k per annum
• 28 days' paid holiday
• Career Growth
• Comprehensive induction
• Funded professional qualifications
• Clear progression pathways
• Wellbeing & Support
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Extra Perks
• Paid overtime
• Enhanced parental leave (criteria apply)

What You'll Do

Lead & Elevate

• Manage day-to-day operations with confidence and clarity
• Build, inspire, and empower a high-performing team
• Champion personalised, child-centred care

Grow & Improve

• Drive continuous development and excellence
• Strengthen partnerships with local authorities and community stakeholders
• Shape the home's long-term success

Protect & Safeguard

• Ensure full Ofsted compliance
• Embed a culture where safety and welfare come first
• Keep policies current, effective, and accountable

What You'll Bring

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum age 21 and right to work in the UK
• Full clean driving licence plus business insurance
• 5+ years' experience supporting children in a senior role
• NVQ Level 3 / QCF Level 4 (Health / Social Care, Youth Work or Education)
• Level 5 Leadership Diploma (or working toward it)

Desirable

• Enhanced portable DBS
• Experience managing a residential care setting
• Confident, values-led leadership

Safeguarding Matters

We follow strict safer recruitment and Ofsted-aligned vetting. Protecting children isn't just your responsibility it's your core purpose.

Ready to Lead With Heart?

If you're driven by impact, inspired by potential, and confident in your ability to raise standards, this is your moment.

Apply now. Change livesstarting today.