Registered Children's Home Manager

Health Recruit Network; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave: 32 days plus additional days each year

Private Medical Insurance

Therapeutic Training

Career Development Opportunities

Recommendation Scheme

Job summary

Health Recruit Network is seeking an experienced Registered Manager for a new therapeutic children's home in Maidstone. This vital role involves leading a dedicated team to create a safe and supportive environment for children who have experienced trauma.

The successful candidate will have a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management, experience in managing Ofsted-registered homes, and a strong understanding of safeguarding and trauma-informed practices. A competitive salary of up to £60,000 is on offer, alongside substantial annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience managing or deputy-managing an Ofsted-registered children's home rated Good or Outstanding.
• Strong understanding of residential care regulations and trauma-informed practice.
• Track record of leading improvement plans and preparing for Ofsted inspections.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your residential childcare team to achieve outstanding outcomes for children.
• Promote a therapeutic culture where behaviour is understood as communication of underlying need.
• Oversee all aspects of the home’s management in line with Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.

Skills

Leadership

Emotional resilience

Trauma-informed practice

Safeguarding

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

About this Home

We are working with a great company who are opening a new therapeutic children's home for children who’ve experienced developmental trauma. We’re looking for an experienced Registered Manager (or exceptional Deputy ready for the next step) who’s passionate about creating a safe, stable and joyful home where children can truly thrive.

This is a family‑run, therapeutic community of 4 homes all rated Good by Ofsted. They specialise in trauma‑informed, therapeutic residential childcare, with a strong model inspired by Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP). Their homes are filled with warmth, consistency and belonging, and we’re growing carefully to keep quality at the centre.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your residential childcare team to achieve outstanding outcomes for children.
• Promote a therapeutic culture where behaviour is understood as communication of underlying need.
• Oversee all aspects of the home’s management in line with Children’s Homes Regulations (England) 2015 and Quality Standards.
• Ensure safeguarding, risk management and reflective practice remain central to everything the home does.
• Build a joyful, structured home environment with positive routines, rituals and boundaries that support safety and belonging.
• Develop and mentor your team through coaching, supervision, and performance development.
• Work collaboratively with professionals, families and placing authorities to secure the best outcomes for every child.

About You

• Level5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards completion).
• Experience of managing or deputy‑managing an Ofsted‑registered children's home rated Good or Outstanding.
• Excellent understanding of safeguarding, children’s residential care regulations, and trauma‑informed practice.
• Strong people leadership, emotional resilience, and the ability to stay calm and connected under pressure.
• Experience embedding DDP, PACE, or similar attachment‑and trauma‑informed approaches.
• Track record of leading improvement plans, preparing for Ofsted inspections, and supporting staff development.

What They Offer

• Salary: Up to £60,000 including performance bonus.
• Annual Leave: 32 days, plus one extra day each year of service.
• Private Medical Insurance: Comprehensive cover for you and your wellbeing.
• Therapeutic Training: DDP Level1 & 2, plus ongoing reflective supervision from our Therapeutic Lead.
• Career Development: Clear pathways into Senior Leadership within a growing therapeutic organisation.
• Support & Autonomy: You’ll be trusted to lead, with consistent support from a leadership team who care deeply about outcomes for children and staff wellbeing.
• Recommendation Scheme: £200 voucher for each successful recommendation/referral.

Contact Details

If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please contact Tom Stock directly on 02038001852. Alternatively, you can apply for the role with your CV to get the ball rolling.