Lead Residential Home Manager – Children’s 3-Bed Home

BudWood Ltd; Southampton; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Meals provided on duty

Company pension

Employee discount scheme

Wellbeing programmes

Therapeutic Training (DDP Level 1)

Clinical supervision

Therapeutic support

Job summary

BudWood Ltd in Southampton seeks an experienced Registered Manager to lead a three-bed children’s home. You will ensure high-quality care, oversee staff performance, and maintain regulatory compliance under the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015.

The role includes budget oversight and safeguarding responsibilities. Ideal candidates will have a Level 5 qualification and at least two years’ relevant residential childcare experience, with a proven track record in supervising teams and delivering

Qualifications

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to achieve).
• Minimum two years' residential childcare experience in the last five years.
• Experience supervising and managing care staff, with safeguarding knowledge.
• Strong knowledge of Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the three-bed children's home, ensuring high-quality care and positive outcomes.
• Provide effective leadership, staff development and on-call coverage as needed.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, policies and safeguarding procedures.
• Oversee referrals, admissions and transitions, maintaining safe placements.
• Manage budgets, rotas, safeguarding and relationships with authorities and professionals.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Budget management

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

BudWood Ltd in Southampton seeks an experienced Registered Manager to lead a three-bed children’s home. You will ensure high-quality care, oversee staff performance, and maintain regulatory compliance under the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015.

The role includes budget oversight and safeguarding responsibilities. Ideal candidates will have a Level 5 qualification and at least two years’ relevant residential childcare experience, with a proven track record in supervising teams and delivering