Children's Home Registered Manager HCC624884

National health service; Abbots Worthy; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave entitlement

Occupational sick pay

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

Hampshire County Council seeks a Registered Manager for an Ofsted-regulated Children's Home in Hampshire. You will oversee day-to-day operations, ensure regulatory compliance and lead a dedicated team with a Deputy Manager and multi-agency partners to support vulnerable children.

You will champion trauma-informed care, safety, and positive outcomes for children aged 10–17, with on-call duties and competitive enhancements as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing children's homes or similar care settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day running of the home in line with its Statement of Purpose and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure statutory, regulatory and health and safety requirements are met as Responsible Person under relevant legislation.
• Champion child-centred practice, build strong relationships with children, and ensure care plans are followed.
• Collaborate with families, professionals and external agencies to support positive outcomes for children.
• Develop and support staff through recruitment, training, supervision and performance management.
• Manage resources, including budgets, staffing and equipment, to run the home efficiently.

Job description

Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role

Job summary

Be a Role Model and Transform Young Lives in HampshireAs the Registered Manager of our Ofsted-regulated Childrens Home, youll be dedicated to delivering exceptional and compassionate support to children aged 1017 who may have experienced emotional trauma. Working within our trauma-informed Pillars of Parenting model, youll help them achieve positive outcomes - whether thats reuniting them with family, or a transition to independence.In this key role, youll oversee the homes operations, whilst still enjoying a close connection to the children at the heart of our service. Youll lead a committed team, working closely with a Deputy Manager and multi-agency professionals to provide a safe, stable and nurturing environment where children can thrive.

Main duties of the job

• Lead and Manage: Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring it operates in line with its Statement of Purpose and delivers continuous improvement.
• Drive Quality and Compliance: Ensure the home meets all statutory, regulatory and health & safety requirements, acting as the Responsible Person under relevant legislation.
• Champion Child-Centred Practice: Develop strong, supportive relationships with children, advocating for their needs and ensuring care plans are followed.
• Collaborate and Influence: Work in partnership with families, professionals, and external agencies to support positive outcomes for children.
• Develop and Support Staff: Oversee recruitment, training, supervision and performance management to build a skilled, motivated and resilient team.
• Manage Resources Effectively: Oversee budgets, staffing and equipment to ensure the home runs efficiently and sustainably.

You'll manage a service which operates all year-round 24/7 and you'll participate in an on-call rota with other managers, for which additional allowances will be paid in line with HCC salary policy.

About us

Why join us?
Make a difference: Create a nurturing environment where the lives of young people can be transformed.
Career growth and development: Take the next step in your career and strengthen your skills and expertise. You'll enjoy access to Hampshire County Councils wide range of training and learning development assets, which are known to be outstanding.
Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.

Competitive benefits package

• Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

For this role you will be required to work a shift pattern and work alternative weekends and bank holidays for which enhancements will be paid in line with the HCC salary policy.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Residential Childrens Home Manager, Childrens Residential Home Manager, Registered Childrens Home Manager, Residential Services Manager (Childrens Services), Childrens Services Manager, Service Manager Childrens ResidentialCare, Home Manager Children & Young People, Ofsted Registered Manager Childrens Residential

Details

Date posted15 October 2026

Pay schemeOtherSalary 50,564 to 56,219 a year plus Market Supplement of 3,000 per annum

ContractPermanent

Working pattern Full-time