Registered Children's Home Manager

Health Recruit Network; Filton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Further qualifications funding

Wellbeing days

Annual leave

Pension

Equipment provided

On-site parking

Long service awards

Referral bonus

Casual dress

Company events

Job summary

Health Recruit Network seeks an Ofsted Registered Manager to launch a new children’s home in Gloucester. You will lead from the ground up, recruit a skilled team, and establish a nurturing, structured environment for up to two young people.

The role requires leadership experience, a Level 5 Management diploma (or willingness to pursue), and a full UK driving licence. On-site work with a comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in children’s residential care in the last 5 years.
• Leadership experience as Deputy Manager or Registered Manager.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management or willingness to obtain.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead the launch of a brand-new children’s residential home in Gloucester.
• Establish service from the ground up and recruit/develop a dedicated team.
• Embed best practice and ensure high-quality care from day one.
• Provide strong leadership to deliver outstanding outcomes for children and young people.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Ofsted regulations

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management

Job description

Ofsted Registered Manager – Children’s Residential HomeGloucester | £55,000 per annum Lead the launch of a brand-new children’s residential home and play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive. Our client is seeking an experienced Registered Manager, or an ambitious Deputy Manager ready to progress into registration, to lead the opening of a new children’s residential home in Gloucester. This is an exciting opportunity to establish a service from the ground up, recruit and develop a dedicated team, and shape a positive culture that delivers outstanding outcomes for children and young people.

The Opportunity

Location: Gloucester

Position: Ofsted Registered Manager

Service: Solo placement or 2-bed children’s home (depending on individual needs)

Salary: £55,000 per annum

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with participation in the on-call rota

Who We’re Looking For

This opportunity would suit either:

• An experienced Ofsted Registered Manager looking to establish and lead a new service,
• A confident Deputy Manager with substantial children’s residential experience who is ready to take the next step into registration.

Essential Requirements

To be considered, you should have:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience within children’s residential care during the last 5 years.
• Previous leadership experience as either a Deputy Manager or Registered Manager.
• A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management, or be willing to work towards achieving it.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £55,000 per annum
• Annual performance bonus linked to Ofsted outcomes
• Fully funded evel 7 qualifications
• Four additional wellbeing days each year
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Workplace pension
• Laptop and mobile phone provided
• On-site parking and parking permit for selected Gloucestershire locations
• Long service awards
• Employee referral bonus
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• Casual dress policy
• Annual company events

About the Role

This is a unique opportunity to lead a newly established children’s home rather than stepping into an existing service. You’ll be responsible for creating a welcoming home environment, building an experienced team, embedding best practice and ensuring high-quality care is delivered from day one. The home will accommodate up to two young people, allowing for highly personalised support and the opportunity to build strong, meaningful relationships that achieve positive long-term outcomes. You’ll also have the opportunity to contribute to the setup and presentation of the home to ensure it reflects the individual needs of each child.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established provider of specialist residential care services, operating multiple Ofsted-registered children’s homes and adult care services across Gloucestershire. They are committed to investing in their leadership teams through structured development, funded qualifications and strong operational support. Their homes support children and young people with SEMH and Learning Disabilities (LD), with a strong emphasis on stable staffing and quality care delivered by permanent employees.

About You

You’ll be a compassionate and resilient leader with a sound understanding of children’s residential care and Ofsted regulations. Above all, you’ll be passionate about creating a safe, structured and nurturing environment where young people can reach their full potential.

Employee Benefits

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Employee discount scheme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Store discounts
• Company events