Registered Childrens Home Manager. Job in Exeter Education & Training Jobs

search; Exeter; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Registered Manager for a new residential service dedicated to young people with Autism in Exeter. This role offers the chance to shape a brand-new home, leading a dedicated team while ensuring high-quality care and support. With responsibilities ranging from overseeing daily operations to mentoring staff, this position is pivotal in making a significant impact in the lives of young people with complex needs. An essential qualification is the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Residential Childcare, and strong leadership skills are a must.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy in Ofsted-regulated settings.
• Proven expertise supporting young people with Autism and understanding of sensory needs.
• Deep knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations and safeguarding frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations ensuring safety and compliance.
• Design personalized care plans and drive quality through training and audits.
• Manage resources effectively while fostering a nurturing home environment.

Skills

Leadership

Resilience

Communication

Empathy

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Residential Childcare

Job description

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Service (Autism Specialist)

Are you an inspiring leader ready to shape a brand-new, purpose-built home for young people with Autism?

We're seeking a Registered Manager to launch and lead our new 4-bed residential facility in Exeter, part of an established, values-driven organisation. This is more than management-it's a chance to build a culture from the ground up, ensuring exceptional care and life-changing outcomes for young people with complex needs.

Salary: Up to 55,000 (depending on experience)
Role: Full-time Ofsted-regulated On-call required

Your Impact:

• Be the heartbeat of the home-oversee day-to-day operations across two adjoining bungalows, ensuring safety, compliance, and outstanding care.

• Lead by example, mentoring a dedicated team to deliver trauma-informed, autism-specific support with empathy and professionalism.

• Champion safeguarding as the service's lead, ensuring every young person's physical, emotional, and social needs are met.

• Design personalised care plans with therapeutic approaches, regularly reviewing progress with staff, families, and multi-agency partners.

• Drive quality through audits, staff training, and collaborative relationships with healthcare/education providers.

• Manage resources wisely-balance budgets, rotas, and maintenance while keeping the home nurturing and homely.

What You'll Bring:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Residential Childcare (or equivalent) and hands-on experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy in Ofsted-regulated settings.

• Proven expertise supporting young people with Autism-you understand sensory needs, communication strategies, and de-escalation techniques.

• Resilience and vision-you'll navigate challenging behaviours while fostering a positive, inclusive team culture.

• Compliance know-how-deep knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations, safeguarding frameworks, and therapeutic best practices.

• A collaborative spirit-you'll build trust with families, social workers, and staff, ensuring seamless care transitions.

Why This Role Stands Out:

• Pioneer a new service-shape its ethos, practices, and legacy from day one.

• Autonomy with support-join an established company with resources to help you succeed.

• Growth-focused-lead a team where training and innovation are prioritised.

This is your opportunity to create a home where young people with Autism don't just cope, they thrive!

Ready to make your mark? Send your CV to (url removed).

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