Children's Home Registered Manager

Vetro Recruitment; Llanelli; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular pay reviews

Flexible working

Professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking an experienced Children’s Home Registered Manager to lead the launch and ongoing management of a new Children’s Residential EBD home in Llanelli, Carmarthenshire. The role focuses on delivering safe, nurturing care and strong leadership for a dedicated team.

Successful candidates will drive compliance with safeguarding procedures, work flexibly, and build effective partnerships with professionals to achieve positive outcomes for young people.

Qualifications

• NVQ/QCF Level 5 in Leadership and Management (Children’s Services only) required.
• NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People’s Workforce required.
• Proven experience as Deputy or Registered Manager in a residential children’s home, ideally within EBD.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and statutory guidance relevant to children’s residential care.
• Full UK driving licence and the ability to work flexibly.

Responsibilities

• Managing the operational delivery of the new children’s residential home, ensuring compliance with all statutory and organisational standards.
• Leading and supporting staff to provide a high standard of care, safeguarding, and support for children and young people.
• Developing and maintaining strong partnerships with colleagues, stakeholders, and external professionals to promote positive outcomes.
• Creating a safe, homely environment that promotes the wellbeing and development of children and young people.
• Managing challenging behaviours with empathy and professionalism.
• Overseeing staff training, supervision, and development to ensure a skilled and motivated team.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Safeguarding

Education

NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management (Children’s Services)

NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People’s Workforce

Job description

Job Title:

Children’s Home Registered Manager

Location:

Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, South Wales

Salary:

Up to £45,000 per annum

Employment Type:

Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours per week, flexible working)

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Children’s Home Registered Manager to lead the development and management of a brand new Children’s Residential EBD home in Llanelli, Carmarthenshire. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established children’s residential service provider committed to delivering high-quality care and support for young people. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in establishing and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment for children and young people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the operational delivery of the new children’s residential home, ensuring compliance with all statutory and organisational standards.
• Leading and supporting staff to provide a high standard of care, safeguarding, and support for children and young people.
• Developing and maintaining strong partnerships with colleagues, stakeholders, and external professionals to promote positive outcomes.
• Ensuring the home adheres to all relevant legislation, including the All-Wales Safeguarding Procedures and RISCA 2018 guidance.
• Creating a safe, homely environment that promotes the wellbeing and development of children and young people.
• Managing challenging behaviours with empathy and professionalism.
• Overseeing staff training, supervision, and development to ensure a skilled and motivated team.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• NVQ or QCF Level 5 in Leadership and Management (Children’s Services only).
• NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People’s Workforce.
• Proven experience working within a Deputy or Registered Manager role in a residential children’s home, ideally within EBD.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and statutory guidance relevant to children’s residential care.
• Full UK driving licence and the ability to work flexibly.

Benefits & Work Environment:

• Competitive salary of up to £45,000 with regular pay reviews.
• Supportive, close-knit leadership team and opportunities for professional development.
• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.
• A chance to be part of a growing organisation dedicated to making a difference in children’s lives.

We are an equal opportunities employer, making decisions based on merit.