Children's Home Registered Manager

Care First Recruitment Solutions LLP; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Children's Home Registered Manager to oversee a 2-bed home in Barnsley. The role involves ensuring high-quality care for young people with emotional needs, managing a team, and complying with Ofsted standards. Candidates should have experience in children's residential care, strong leadership skills, and a relevant diploma. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits.

Benefits

Bonus for Outstanding Ofsted

Occupancy bonus

On-call payments (£25 weekday, £35 weekend)

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Mileage allowance

Pension scheme

Supportive management and training

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing children's homes with a strong understanding of care regulations.
• Ability to lead and develop a team, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Strong budget management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the children's home.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted and safeguarding standards.
• Manage and develop the team effectively to achieve high care standards.
• Build and maintain relationships with external agencies and partners.

Skills

Experience managing in children’s residential care

Strong understanding of safeguarding and children’s regulations

Excellent leadership, organisation, and communication skills

Driving licence and willingness to work flexibly

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children’s Residential or working towards

Job description

Overview

Children’s Home Registered Manager — Barnsley

Full-time, permanent | 39 hours/week
£46,000 to £56,981 per annum

We are looking for a dedicated Registered Manager to lead a 2-bed children’s home in Barnsley, supporting young people aged 8–17 with emotional and behavioural needs.

You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring high-quality care, safeguarding, and compliance with Ofsted and regulatory standards. You’ll also lead and develop a team, manage budgets, and maintain strong relationships with external partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running of the children’s home and ensure high-quality care
• Safeguard young people and ensure compliance with Ofsted and regulatory standards
• Develop and manage the home’s team, including supervision and training as required
• Manage budgets and resources effectively
• Maintain strong relationships with external partners and agencies

What we’re looking for

• Experience managing in children’s residential care
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children’s Residential (or working towards)
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and children’s regulations
• Excellent leadership, organisation, and communication skills
• Driving licence and willingness to work flexibly

Benefits

• bonus for Outstanding Ofsted
• occupancy bonus
• On-call payments (£25 weekday, £35 weekend)
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Mileage allowance (with business insurance)
• Pension scheme
• Supportive management and training

Standard hours are Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, but flexibility is needed to meet home needs, including occasional sleep-ins or on-call duties.

The role is subject to an enhanced DBS check. If you’re passionate about making a difference, apply now.

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