Children's Residential Registered Manager

JMR Healthcare Ltd; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the East of England is seeking a Residential Registered Manager in Lowestoft. The role involves overseeing the daily operations of an Ofsted-registered home for young individuals with complex needs. The ideal candidate should possess management experience in a residential setting and relevant qualifications in health and social care. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a company pension and sick pay.

Benefits

Company pension

Free parking

On-site parking

Sick pay

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with significant challenging behaviour.
• A minimum of 1 year’s experience supervising staff within a regulated children's home.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a residential home.
• Provide specialist support to a young person with complex needs.
• Ensure high standards of care and support.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of relevant legislation

Resilience

Education

Level 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Job Title

Residential Registered Manager

Location

Lowestoft, Suffolk

Salary

£45,000 per annum

Contract Type

Permanent

Working Pattern

37.5 hours per week, Full-time

About the Role

Do you believe that every child deserves a safe and supportive home? Join us in delivering a team that puts compassion and excellence into residential care.

As a Residential Registered Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of one of our Ofsted-registered sole placement homes, providing specialist support to a young person with complex needs.

In this role, you will lead your home through effective communication, professionalism, and a child-centred approach — ensuring the highest possible standard of care and support. You will inspire your team to deliver nurturing, therapeutic care within a safe and structured environment, where every decision is made in the best interest of the child.

This role benefits from the support of an off-shift Deputy Manager, dedicated to assisting with the day-to-day management of the home, providing leadership coverage, and supporting you in maintaining a consistently high-quality service.

You will bring experience, resilience, and a commitment to excellence to ensure JMR Healthcare remains at the forefront of providing world-class outcomes for some of the most vulnerable children and young people in society.

Requirements

To apply for our Residential Registered Manager role, you will need :

• Level 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care (Essential)
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent), or the willingness to complete the qualification
• At least 3 years’ experience working with young people with significant challenging behaviour in either secure or residential settings, with a minimum of 1 year’s experience supervising and leading staff within a regulated children’s home.
• Meet the requirements of Regulation 28 of the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations Act 2015.
• A strong knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations, including the Children Act 1989, Children Act 2004, Care Standards Act 2000, and the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken, with a good working knowledge of IT software.

About JMR Healthcare

JMR Healthcare is a leading care provider in the East of England, supporting children and adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. Founded by a frontline support worker, our roots are in compassionate, person-centred care — and that remains at the heart of everything we do.

We offer residential care, family support, crisis response, and accredited training, with a reputation for excellence and rapid mobilisation of care packages. As a Residential Registered Manager, you’ll be part of an exceptionally supportive residential team that values collaboration, professional growth, and emotional wellbeing.

This home operates as a sole-placement provision, designed to provide a stable and highly individualised environment for a young person with complex emotional, behavioural, and social needs. You’ll work closely with a multidisciplinary network of professionals to ensure the home delivers consistent, therapeutic, and outcome-focused care.

Our managers are supported through regular reflective practice, clinical input, and direct supervision from a highly experienced senior management team.

You’ll join a service that truly lives by our values: Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, and Courage — making a real difference in the lives of those who need it most.

About Our Residential Team

JMR Healthcare’s Residential Team provides high-quality, person-centred care to children and young people with complex needs. Led by our Regional Residential Manager, the team includes Registered Managers, Deputy Managers, Senior Workers, and Support Workers — all working together to create safe, nurturing environments where young people can thrive.

Our Residential Homes are Ofsted-registered and operate with a strong focus on safeguarding, therapeutic support, and positive behavioural outcomes. Every team member plays a vital role in delivering care that reflects our core values — whether supporting daily routines, managing crises, or contributing to strategic development.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re passionate about meaningful work and thrive in a values-led environment built on Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, and Courage, we’d love to hear from you.

Submit your application through Indeed. If you would like a confidential conversation about this role, please contact a member of the Recruitment Team at [e-mail].

Essential Information for Candidates

JMR Healthcare LTD and JMR Recruitment LTD are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people by keeping them safe, and we expect all our staff to share in this responsibility.

The JMR Safer Recruitment Policy follows the guidance set out by Schedule 2 of the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015, where all offers of employment and engagement are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check with Adult & Child barred list checks, along with other pre-employment checks to confirm suitability to work with children and young people.

• This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
• Please note, we do not offer sponsorship.

_Closing date for applications : We will review candidates as applications are received and reserve the right to close this advert early. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment._

Benefits

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work Location

In person