Registered Children's Home Manager in Carlisle)

Sterling Cross Ltd; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's care provider in Carlisle is seeking a compassionate and resilient Registered Children's Home Manager to lead a high-impact residential home. The role offers autonomy in shaping care, working closely with a collaborative team and external professionals. Ideal candidates should have strong leadership skills and a commitment to trauma-informed practice. Benefits include extensive training, 33 days holiday, private medical insurance, and relocation assistance up to £8,000.

Benefits

33 days holiday plus loyalty days

Private medical insurance

Gym discounts

Referral bonuses

Comprehensive training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Registered Children's Home Manager or Deputy Children's Home Manager.
• Strong understanding of Children's Homes regulations and quality frameworks.
• Access to a vehicle is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead therapeutic homes designed for high-quality, individualised care.
• Work closely with external professionals for holistic support.
• Shape care with autonomy and support from a collaborative team.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Team development

Resilience

Child-centred approach

Education

Level 3 Diploma for the Children & Young People's Workforce

Job description

A specialist, values‑led children's care provider is seeking experienced Registered Children's Home Managers to lead high‑impact residential homes in the Carlisle area.

This role is perfect for a compassionate, resilient leader who believes in trauma‑responsive care and wants to make a real, life‑changing difference for young people.

The services are small, specialist, and designed for high‑quality, individualised care, offering stability, therapeutic relationships, and structured support for children who have experienced significant trauma.

As a Registered Children's Home Manager, you will enjoy real autonomy to shape care, supported by a collaborative senior team and strong multi‑agency partnerships that help achieve exceptional outcomes.

You will also work closely with external professionals, ensuring holistic, child‑centred support that empowers every young person to heal and grow.

This is a permanent, full‑time leadership role with meaningful opportunities for career development.

Applications are welcomed from experienced Deputy Children's Home Managers looking for the next step!

What Makes This Role Special

• Lead therapeutic homes designed to support one child at a time with high‑quality, personalised care.
• Be part of an organisation where decisions directly impact children's healing and long‑term outcomes.
• Work in a culture that values relationships, consistency and trauma‑informed practice.
• Benefit from extensive training, coaching and clear career pathways within a growing organisation.

Person Specification

• Level 3 Diploma for the Children & Young People's Workforce (or actively working towards)
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• Strong understanding of Children's Homes regulations, standards and quality frameworks
• Excellent leadership, communication and team‑development skills
• Child‑centred, resilient and committed to trauma‑responsive practice

Benefits

• 33 days holiday plus loyalty days at 2 and 5 years
• Monday-Friday schedule with flexibility where required
• Private medical insurance, 24/7 GP access, Medicash, dental/optical cashback and gym discounts
• Referral bonuses and monthly recognition awards
• Help with relocation allowance up to £8,000*
• Pension and life assurance (2× salary)
• Exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts
• Comprehensive training, coaching and professional development opportunities