Registered Children's Home Manager

Purosearch Ltd; Stafford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional care management company is seeking a Registered Manager for a new Therapeutic Children’s Home in Stafford. This role involves leading and managing a team to deliver outstanding care, overseeing regulatory compliance, and fostering strong relationships with social work partners. Candidates should have managerial experience in children's homes and a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management. A focus on therapeutic approaches and safeguarding is essential. This is a full-time role with opportunities for personal and professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a children's home is essential.
• Must hold a Level 5 Diploma or be willing to undertake it.
• Full manual driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the home to deliver outstanding care.
• Support and develop your team to uphold standards.
• Ensure compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations.
• Build strong relationships with multi-agency partners.
• Champion therapeutic approaches including de-escalation.

Skills

Managerial experience in a residential children’s home

Strong communication and leadership skills

Deep understanding of safeguarding and therapeutic care

Commitment to continuous professional development

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management in Children’s Residential Care

Job description

Overview

Registered Manager – Therapeutic Children’s Home (3 Beds)
Location: Staffordshire, ST20
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day (Off-shift role)

Are you an experienced Residential Childcare Manager looking for an exciting opportunity to shape and lead a new service? We are seeking a dedicated Registered Manager to take the reins of a newly registered 3-bedded Therapeutic Children’s Home, supporting young people aged 9–17.

This is your chance to make a real impact—setting high standards from day one for recruitment, training, and service delivery in a home built to a high specification, with a strong therapeutic ethos.

You’ll be supported by:

• An off-shift Deputy Manager
• A Clinical Psychologist offering supervision and systemic support
• A therapy team delivering face-to-face consultations and PACE training
• A network of peer support from experienced managers

What We’re Looking For

You must have:

• Managerial experience in a residential children’s home
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management in Children’s Residential Care (or willingness to undertake it)
• A full manual driving licence
• A passion for providing safe, nurturing, and high-quality care

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the home to deliver outstanding care and positive outcomes for young people
• Support, supervise, and develop your team to uphold therapeutic and educational standards
• Manage resources effectively and ensure compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 (including quality standards)
• Build strong relationships with multi-agency partners, including social workers and placing authorities
• Maintain rigorous safeguarding and safer recruitment practices
• Champion a positive parenting model and therapeutic approaches, including de-escalation strategies

Essential Attributes

• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Deep understanding of safeguarding and therapeutic care
• Calm, professional, and empathetic approach
• Commitment to continuous professional development

Safeguarding Commitment

All roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS check (including Children’s Barred List). Our recruitment process follows strict safer recruitment guidelines.

If you’re ready to take on a leadership role where your expertise and dedication will directly shape the lives of young people, we’d love to hear from you.