Registered Children's Home Manager – Children’s Residential Services - Tamworth

Elwood Recruitment; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Children's Home Registered Manager in Tamworth to manage a residential service for young people with emotional and behavioral difficulties. This role requires strong leadership and compliance with care regulations. A competitive salary of £55,000 per year plus performance bonus is offered, along with opportunities for career progression and additional staff benefits including well-being support.

Benefits

Clear pathway for career progression

Supportive mentorship

Performance-related bonus

Well-being support

Qualifications

• Proven track record of successfully opening and running residential services.
• Strong leadership experience with knowledge of the Children’s Homes Regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations.
• Lead and inspire the staff team.
• Promote the welfare and voice of young people.
• Manage budgets and effective resource use.
• Prepare for successful Ofsted inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Child protection knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Make a Difference Every Day

Becoming a Children’s Home Registered Manager gives you the chance to transform the lives of young people who may not have had the same opportunities as others. We are looking for a passionate, resilient, and dedicated leader to take on this exciting challenge to shape a residential service for looked after children.

In this role, you will manage a children’s residential service in Tamworth for young people aged 7–16 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). You will be responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment where children can thrive and develop independence.

You’ll oversee the day‑to‑day running of the home, provide strong leadership to the team, and ensure the service operates in full compliance with care/support plans, safeguarding procedures, and regulatory standards and legislation. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape a new residential home and guide it towards achieving an Outstanding Ofsted rating.

What we’re looking for

• An experienced Registered Manager with a proven track record of successfully opening and running children’s residential services
• An ambitious Deputy Manager ready to take the next step and develop their own service

What you can expect in return

• A clear pathway for career progression, including opportunities to move into multi‑home leadership roles
• Supportive mentorship and guidance from an experienced senior management team
• Competitive salary with a performance‑related bonus, including a reward for achieving an Outstanding Ofsted rating
• Additional staff benefits including well‑being support and professional development opportunities
• The chance to shape, grow, and make your mark on a new service

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Ofsted frameworks
• Lead, support, and inspire the staff team through supervision, coaching, and training
• Promote the welfare, safeguarding, and voice of young people at all times
• Develop and implement Support Plans and Risk Assessments
• Manage budgets and ensure effective use of resources
• Deliver engaging and purposeful activities, holidays, and events
• Conduct staff supervisions, appraisals, and ensure training requirements are met
• Drive continuous improvement and prepare the home for successful Ofsted inspections

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Strong leadership and team management experience
• In‑depth knowledge of safeguarding and child protection
• Excellent understanding of the Children’s Homes Regulations (England) 2015 and Ofsted standards
• Outstanding organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• A full UK driving licence (essential for supporting young people and activities)

Safer Recruitment

All applicants will be subject to thorough vetting, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, in line with safer recruitment guidelines.

Job Type: Full‑time, Permanent

Salary: £55,000 per year + performance bonus upon achieving Ofsted Outstanding rating

Elwood Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer valuing diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and references.