Lead Registered Manager - Youth Accommodation (6 Homes)

JNHG; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-related bonuses

Bonuses for Good/Outstanding Ofsted

Professional development opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Universal Care Group seeks an experienced Registered Manager to lead six Supported Accommodation homes for 16-18s. The role focuses on strategic and operational management, regulatory compliance, and delivering high-quality, trauma-informed care that promotes independence and positive outcomes.

You will oversee a multi-site service, supported by two Deputy Managers, and work with the Senior Leadership Team to embed a strong, child-centred culture from registration through to occupancy.

Qualifications

• Significant experience working with looked-after children or vulnerable young people.
• Previous management experience within Supported Accommodation, Residential Childcare, Semi-Independent Living, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, risk management, and supporting young people with complex needs.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple services and staff teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations across six homes.
• Oversee the registration process and ensure ongoing compliance with regulations.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of young people at all times.
• Develop, implement, and regularly review support plans, risk assessments, pathway plans, and placement plans.
• Ensure high-quality, person-centred support that promotes independence and life skills.
• Supervise and develop Deputy Managers and staff through supervision, training, and performance management.
• Lead recruitment, induction, and retention strategies for a stable workforce.
• Maintain safeguarding procedures and respond to incidents, complaints, and concerns.
• Maintain accurate records meeting regulatory and organisational standards.
• Build positive relationships with local authorities, commissioners, and partner agencies.
• Monitor quality through audits and continuous improvement plans.
• Lead quality assurance and service development to achieve outcomes for young people.
• Ensure homes operate in line with Statement of Purpose and values.
• Create a child-centred culture focusing on safety, stability, independence, and wellbeing.
• Prepare for inspections, audits, and monitoring visits.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multi-site management

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Universal Care Group seeks an experienced Registered Manager to lead six Supported Accommodation homes for 16-18s. The role focuses on strategic and operational management, regulatory compliance, and delivering high-quality, trauma-informed care that promotes independence and positive outcomes.

You will oversee a multi-site service, supported by two Deputy Managers, and work with the Senior Leadership Team to embed a strong, child-centred culture from registration through to occupancy.