Registered Children’s Home Manager

Major Recruitment; North East; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Major Recruitment Limited is seeking an Ofsted Registered Manager to lead a Northeast England Children’s Home. You will be responsible for delivering trauma-informed, relationship-based care and ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will implement a therapeutic model, develop safeguarding practices, and work collaboratively with external agencies to secure positive outcomes for young people. This full-time role offers a competitive salary, opportunities for professional development, and a chance

Qualifications

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children & Young People) or willingness to complete.
• Significant experience in children’s residential care, including leadership/management.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted frameworks, safeguarding, and legislation.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Lead on the development and implementation of the home’s care approach.
• Shape and embed a therapeutic model of care aligned with legislation and Ofsted requirements.
• Develop, implement, and review policies, procedures, and safeguarding practices.
• Build the service from the ground up, ensuring full regulatory compliance.
• Stay up to date with legislative and regulatory changes.
• Ensure staff are trained, supported, and able to meet the individual needs of young people.
• Develop and oversee staff development and performance plans.
• Liaise effectively with children and young people, staff, families, professionals, and external agencies.
• Act as a strong advocate for children and young people, ensuring their voices remain central to all decision‑making.
• Demonstrate care, compassion, enthusiasm, and commitment to promoting wellbeing.
• Lead with drive, adaptability, and effective change management skills.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children & Young People)

Job description

Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home

Location: Northeast
Salary: Depending on experience and Qualifications
Hours: Full-time
Service: Children’s Residential Home

Major Recruitment Limited has an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and experienced Ofsted Registered Manager to lead a Children’s Home in the Northeast of England.

We are seeking a Registered Manager who firmly believes that every child has the potential to thrive. The successful candidate will be committed to delivering trauma-informed, relationship-based care, creating a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment for children and young people.

The Registered Manager will ensure that every child and young person feels valued, heard, and supported, with opportunities to develop essential life skills that promote independence, self-worth, and positive outcomes. A strong focus will be placed on working collaboratively with external agencies and services to ensure each child has access to the best possible support network.

Children and young people within the home will require ongoing support, guidance, and development, and the Registered Manager will play a key role in driving high-quality, child-centred care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead on the development and implementation of the home’s care approach
• Shape and embed a therapeutic model of care aligned with legislation and Ofsted requirements
• Develop, implement, and review policies, procedures, and safeguarding practices
• Build the service from the ground up, ensuring full regulatory compliance
• Stay up to date with legislative and regulatory changes
• Ensure staff are trained, supported, and able to meet the individual needs of young people
• Develop and oversee staff development and performance plans
• Liaise effectively with children and young people, staff, families, professionals, and external agencies
• Act as a strong advocate for children and young people, ensuring their voices remain central to all decision‑making
• Demonstrate care, compassion, enthusiasm, and commitment to promoting wellbeing
• Lead with drive, adaptability, and effective change management skills

About You

You will have:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children & Young People) or be willing to complete
• Significant experience in children’s residential care, including leadership/management
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted frameworks, safeguarding, and legislation
• Excellent communication, organisational, and decision‑making skills
• A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children
• An enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

Shift and Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Rotational on call

We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance‑related incentives
• Supportive senior leadership and ongoing professional development
• Opportunity to shape and develop a high‑quality service
• A rewarding role where you can truly make a difference
• Free onsite parking

Major Healthcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and applicants to share this commitment and to uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Successful applicants are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check with barred list information, right to work verification, satisfactory references, online and social media checks, and any other checks required in accordance with statutory guidance and our safeguarding policy.