Children's Home Registered Manager - Lead SEMH Care

Resicare Alliance Ltd; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Resicare Alliance Ltd is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead one of our children's homes, providing high-quality care to young people with SEMH. You will ensure compliance, support staff development, and drive positive outcomes for every child in our care.

The role requires leadership, strong knowledge of regulatory guidelines, and the ability to manage budgets, referrals, admissions, and safeguarding responsibilities within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Recognised Social Work qualification or Level 4+ professional qualification relevant to working with children.
• Level 4+ Management or Leadership qualification (Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services if undertaken after January 2011).
• Enhanced DBS check valid for working with children and young people.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the senior management team to ensure the home operates effectively and meets all quality standards.
• Line manage staff, providing mentorship, supervision, and professional development.
• Manage staffing, recruitment, and workforce planning, including permanent, bank, and agency staff.
• Oversee referrals, admissions, and care practices to meet individual needs.
• Deliver the service within budget and occupancy targets, supporting continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and contractual obligations, including Ofsted requirements.
• Monitor care plans, risk assessments, and activity programmes, ensuring regular review.
• Investigate incidents, complaints, and allegations, acting as investigating officer where required.
• Build strong relationships with Local Authorities, LADO, Ofsted, and other professionals.
• Fulfil Health & Safety and safeguarding responsibilities for children and staff.
• Keep up to date with legislation, research, and best practice in childcare and SEMH.

Skills

Leadership

Childcare knowledge

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Budget management

Staff development

Risk management

Ofsted compliance

Education

Social Work qualification

Level 4+ management qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic care management systems

Job description

Resicare Alliance Ltd is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead one of our children's homes, providing high-quality care to young people with SEMH. You will ensure compliance, support staff development, and drive positive outcomes for every child in our care.

The role requires leadership, strong knowledge of regulatory guidelines, and the ability to manage budgets, referrals, admissions, and safeguarding responsibilities within a dynamic team environment.