Ofsted Registered Manager

Pioneer Talent; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Children's Home Manager to lead a high-performing home for children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties in Gloucester. The successful candidate will ensure high standards of care while managing a dedicated team. This full-time, permanent role offers competitive salary up to £70k, performance bonuses, and extensive support. A level 5 diploma in Childcare Leadership is required, along with experience in a management role in a children's home. Join us to make a significant impact in children’s lives.

Benefits

Bonus incentives

Longevity bonuses

Staff wellbeing days

Access to ongoing therapeutic training

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a children's home, with 1+ in a management role.
• Strong understanding of the Children's Act 2004, SCCIF, and safeguarding.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage compliance.

Responsibilities

• Overall operational management and leadership of the home.
• Oversight of care planning, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance.
• Liaising with families to ensure positive outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Trauma-informed care

Child safeguarding

Team management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Children's Home Manager (EBD) - Outstanding Provider

Location: Gloucester

Salary: Approx £65k with negotiation for outstanding candidates

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Recruiter: Pioneer Talent

Lead a High-Performing, Therapeutic Home Where Children Thrive

Pioneer Talent has been exclusively retained to identify an exceptional Children's Home Manager for a respected and high-performing provider of residential care for children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). The service delivers trauma-informed, therapeutic support to children who may have experienced significant adversity and are at high risk of harm.

Described by Ofsted as a provider who supports vulnerable children "very well", this organisation runs Outstanding-rated homes and fosters a culture of autonomy, progression, and clinical best practice.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Homes supported by a robust structure including two supernumerary Deputy Managers
• Clinical model based on PACE and Non-Violent Resistance (NVR)
• Direct access to a dedicated Behaviour Specialist
• Autonomy and trust to lead your home with real influence
• Clear career progression within an ambitious and growing provider
• Longevity bonuses, wellbeing days, and recognition for “Good”/“Outstanding” Ofsted outcomes

The Role

As Home Manager, you will lead a stable and experienced team in delivering consistently high standards of care. The young people in the home present with complex needs, and your leadership will ensure they receive therapeutic, safe, and nurturing support.

Key responsibilities include:

• Overall operational management and leadership of the home in line with the Children's Homes Regulations
• Oversight of care planning, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance (Regs 44 and 45)
• Leading, mentoring and developing the team - supported by two Deputies
• Liaising with families, professionals, and placing authorities to ensure positive outcomes
• Embedding and role-modelling therapeutic approaches including PACE and NVR
• Managing audits, budgets, staffing, and training compliance

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking an emotionally intelligent, trauma-informed leader who understands the weight and privilege of caring for vulnerable children.

Essential

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working toward)
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a children's home, with 1+ in a management role
• Strong understanding of the Children's Act 2004, SCCIF, and safeguarding
• Experience with trauma-informed care and positive behaviour support (PACE/NVR)
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage rotas and ensure full compliance

Desirable

• Track record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes
• Clinical understanding of attachment, complex trauma, and risk management
• Comfortable working with autonomy and decision-making authority

What's on Offer

• Competitive base salary of approx £65-70kk (Negotiable for exceptional candidates)
• Bonus incentives for performance and Ofsted outcomes
• Longevity bonuses and staff wellbeing days
• Strong, stable support structure with experienced Deputies
• Dedicated clinical support and access to ongoing therapeutic training
• An empowering environment where managers are trusted to lead

Apply Now

This is an opportunity to lead a truly therapeutic and high-quality children's home, with all the structure and support you need to succeed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £60,000.00-£70,000.00 per year (talk to us about salary, we are looking for the very best!)

Additional pay: Bonus scheme

Schedule: Monday to Friday, Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: GLOS RM CHILDRENS