Children's Home Registered Manager

Peters Dean Care Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable childcare provider is seeking a Registered Manager for their children's residential home in Redditch, offering a competitive salary of £52,000, rising to £60,000 plus bonuses of up to £10,000. This role involves leading a skilled team and ensuring outstanding care for children with emotional and behavioral difficulties. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, excellent communication, and a commitment to child-centered practices. The position offers professional development and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Performance bonuses

33 days annual leave

Employee assistance programme

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Death in service benefit

Qualifications

• Demonstrated history of leading teams effectively in children's residential care.
• Solid understanding of legislation and Ofsted frameworks.
• A track record of delivering exceptional outcomes for young people.

Responsibilities

• Lead a skilled and motivated team to provide outstanding care.
• Oversee compliance with Childrens Homes Regulations.
• Promote emotional growth and life skills among young residents.

Skills

Strong leadership and team motivation skills

Excellent communication

Emotional resilience

Child-centred approach

Education

Level 3 Diploma

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for H&SC & CYP Services

Job description

Registered Manager

Childrens Residential Home (EBD)

Salary : £52,000

£60,000 + Bonuses up to £10,000 + Excellent Benefits

Location : Redditch

Ready to lead a high-performing EBD home where your leadership creates real, lasting change?

If youre an inspiring leader in Childrens Residential Care, this is your chance to take on a role where your passion, resilience and vision can genuinely change young lives.

We are looking for a

dynamic and driven Registered Manager

to lead a high-performing EBD Childrens Home where no two days are the same and every step forward makes a difference.

Who Will You Be Working For?

Youll be joining a small, family-style, therapeutic residential childcare provider known for exceptional culture, high standards and truly child-centred practice.

You will take over a Good in all areas rated, 4-bedded EBD home in Redditch, registered since 2021 and historically achieving excellent outcomes for children.

The organisation operates two homes with plans to grow in the near future, supported by their recently launched in-house training company, enabling internal delivery of Level 3, Level 5 and Level 7 qualifications, plus an in-house PRICE trainer.

The home is already operating at a high standard :

Strong oversight from an RI with 20+ years of industry experience

Reg 44 and Ofsted consistently satisfied with the home's performance

Four young people currently living in the home

All are engaging positively with education (three full-time)

One child is progressing toward reunification with family.

Youll be stepping into a fully staffed home, supported by a capable Deputy Manager and a Senior Team Leader, both of whom work 4050% of their hours off-shift for admin, leadership and support.

The provider is well-known for its outstanding culture, passionate directors and genuine commitment to delivering the very best outcomes for children.

The Package & Benefits

Basic Salary : £52,000

£60,000 p.a.

Performance Bonuses : Up to £10,000 p.a. (Ofsted & occupancy)

Probation Bonus : One-off £150

On-Call : Only 1 in 4 weekends

Professional Development :

Complete qualifications up to Level 7 in Strategic Management

Clear routes to progress - Dual Registration, Home Opener, Operations or Senior Leadership

Wellbeing & Recognition :

Six free counselling sessions

Employee Assistance Programme

Support Staff Bonuses (up to £200 per staff member)

Employee of the Month awards

Annual Leave :

33 days (inc. bank hols)

Paid birthday leave

Extras :

Refer-a-Friend bonus (up to £500)

Blue Light Card

High street discounts

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Death in Service benefit (3 salary)

Healthcare & wellbeing support

About the Role

As Registered Manager, youll lead a supportive, skilled and motivated team to provide outstanding care for young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties. Your leadership will shape the home’s culture, drive continuous improvement and ensure children feel safe, seen and supported.

You will :

Lead with confidence, compassion and integrity

Create a safe, inspiring and resilient home environment

Champion the needs and voices of young people

Mentor and develop your team (including facilitating QCF Level 3 training)

Maintain compliance with Childrens Homes Regulations and Ofsted expectations

Oversee staffing, budgets, and operational development

Promote independence, emotional growth and life skills

Deliver and evidence exceptional outcomes

About You

You are someone who leads by example, stays calm under pressure and is driven to achieve the very best for young people.

You will bring :

Strong leadership and team motivation skills

Excellent communication and partnership-building abilities

Emotional resilience and a focus on positive outcomes

A child-centred, advocacy-driven approach

Solid understanding of legislation and Ofsted frameworks

Level 3 Diploma

Commitment to achieving or holding the

Level 5 Diploma

in Leadership for H&SC & CYP Services

Join Us and Lead With Purpose

If youre ready for a role filled with challenge, reward and genuine impact we would love to hear from you.