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A wilderness Way; Appleby; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support up to £8,000

£1,000 Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Wilderness Way is seeking a Registered Manager for Children’s Residential care in the UK. You will lead two Ofsted-registered homes, maintain 2:1 relationship-based care, and manage structured shifts and a full year rota.

We support you with an Operational Manager, Assistant Managers, HRBP, Recruiters and Compliance teams, plus a Learning Partner to help staff achieve L3 qualifications and ensure safeguarding compliance.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in children’s residential care, social work, or secure care within the last five years.
• Strong understanding of SCCIF and care regulations is desirable.
• Driving licence and ability to operate in a UK care setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage two Ofsted-registered solo homes, each with individual registrations.
• Oversee 2:1 relationship-based care across homes.
• Operate with set shifts and a full year’s rota.
• Collaborate with Operational Manager, Assistant Managers, HRBP, Recruiters, Compliance, and Learning Partner.
• Provide safeguarding guidance and ensure regulatory compliance to deliver high-quality care.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship-based leadership

Regulatory knowledge

SCCIF familiarity

Education

Level 5 qualification

Job description

Registered Manager- Childrens Residential

Because we do things differently.

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Our homes are small, specialist and high impact - built on relationships, not routines. We give our leaders the tools, support and freedom to create real, lasting change for children who need it most.

We live by our values -

Collaboration, Adaptability, Respect and Empathy - and we back them up with real investment in our people, our homes and the future.

Homes Built for Care

• Managing two Ofsted-registered solo homes, each with individual registrations
• 2:1 relationship based care
• Set shifts + a full year’s rota

You’re Never Leading Alone

• Operational Manager supporting you day to day
• Assistant Managers in each dual registration
• Your own HRBP, Recruiters and Compliance teams, and Learning Partner helping staff complete L3 qualifications
• Quality & Safeguarding Team Empowering you with practical safeguarding advice and compliance support to deliver brilliant care
• Referrals Team: Bringing the right children to the right home through thoughtful, needs‑led matching.

They didn’t just support me — they lifted me every step of the way

Registered Service Manager Sarah

Looking for your next step in care leadership?

If you have at least 2 years experience in children’s residential care, social work, or secure care within the last 5 years we’d love to hear from you!

Here’s how we will support you:

Pair you with an experienced

Enrol you on your Level 5 qualification straight away

Give you a structured 90-day induction to set you up for success

You’ll have clear pathways for supervision, career progression, and ongoing development, plus support from an Operation’s Manager every step of the way.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong understanding of SCCIF and care regulations
• Level 5 qualification (or willingness to work towards it)
• Resilient, relationship-focused leadership style
• A full UK driving licence

What’s In It For You

• Up to £59,802 per annum
• Relocation support up to £8,000*
• £1,000 Refer a Friend bonus

*Terms and conditions apply

At Wilderness Way, we’re committed to equality and the safety of children in our care. If you’re ready to make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you. This role is subject to necessary background checks, including an Enhanced DBS, Access NI, or Disclosure Scotland