Children's Home Registered Manager. Job in Bournemouth Education & Training Jobs

Care First UK Recruitment Solutions; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care service provider near Bournemouth is looking for a dedicated Registered Manager to lead a 4-bed children's home. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, ensuring high-quality care, and managing a team. Ideal candidates will have experience in children's residential care and the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children’s Residential. This role offers a salary of £50,000–£65,000 per annum, comprehensive training, and a collaborative working culture.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Comprehensive training and professional development

Leadership programmes

Relocation assistance

Supportive working culture

Qualifications

• Experience managing in children's residential care.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and children's regulations.
• Driving licence and willingness to work flexibly.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the home.
• Ensure high-quality care and compliance with standards.
• Lead and develop a team while managing budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Organisation

Communication

Understanding of safeguarding

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children’s Residential

Job description

Children's Home Registered Manager - Passionate owner with care background, you will be made to feel valued and appreciated.

• Near Bournemouth, Dorset
• Full-time, permanent
• £50,000 to £65,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• Must be a car driver

We are looking for a dedicated Registered Manager to lead a 4-bed children's home near Bournemouth, Dorset, supporting young people aged years with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), learning disabilities (LD), autism, and complex needs. Our focus is to create a safe, nurturing, and aspirational home where children feel valued, supported, and able to thrive.

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.

What we’re looking for in a Children's Home Registered Manager

• 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 for a Children’s Home Registered Manager

• Salary: £50,000–£65,000 per annum (dependent on experience).
• Holiday entitlement: 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
• Access to leadership programmes and support for further qualifications.
• A supportive and collaborative working culture.
• Relocation assistance where applicable.
• Most importantly, the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, apply now. Adam from Care First UK will then call you ASAP.