Permanent Registered Manager

ID Medical; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive residential care provider in Derby is seeking a Registered Manager to lead a new children's home. This role is pivotal in establishing a nurturing environment for young people with complex needs. Candidates should have significant experience in children's residential care, strong leadership abilities, and knowledge of relevant regulations. Competitive salary up to £55,000 with additional bonuses and incentives offered.

Benefits

Annual quality and performance bonus

Management Incentive Plan

Comprehensive Induction training

Mentorship and support

Wide range of employee benefits

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in children’s residential care, including 1 year in a supervisory or management role.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and relevant frameworks.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, trauma-informed care.
• Lead, develop, and retain a skilled team.
• Develop bespoke care plans tailored to each young person’s needs.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Build strong relationships with families and external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding

Team development

Trauma-informed care

Regulatory knowledge

Education

A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (willing to enroll)

Job description

Location: Derby
Salary: Up to £55,000 (DOE) + Annual Bonus + Incentive Plan

Are you an experienced leader in children’s residential care looking for your next challenge?

ID Medical is proud to be partnering with a progressive residential care provider to recruit a Registered Manager for a brand-new children’s home in Derby. This is an exciting opportunity to establish and manage a service dedicated to supporting young people with complex needs and trauma backgrounds. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping a safe, nurturing, and high-quality environment where children and young people can thrive.

The Role

As the Registered Manager, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, trauma-informed care in line with Ofsted and regulatory standards.
• Lead, develop, and retain a skilled and motivated team.
• Ensure the home achieves at least a “Good” Ofsted rating.
• Develop bespoke care plans tailored to each young person’s needs.
• Oversee budgets, compliance, and commercial performance.
• Actively involve young people in shaping their care and daily life.
• Build strong relationships with families, professionals, and external stakeholders.

About You

• To succeed in this role, you will need:
• At least 2 years’ experience in children’s residential care, including 1 year in a supervisory or management role.
• A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• To hold, or be willing to enrol on, the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, SCCIF framework, and Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015.
• Proven leadership, safeguarding, and team development skills.
• Experience of trauma-informed care and managing challenging behaviour.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.

What’s On Offer

• Salary up to £55,000 (DOE)
• Annual quality and performance bonus (from £5,000)
• Management Incentive Plan – share in the company’s long-term success
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing Leadership Academy training
• Mentorship and support from an established leadership network
• A wide range of employee benefits

Apply Now

If you’re passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives and have the skills to lead a high-quality children’s home, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your leadership career.