Registered Manager

Sgscare; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 52,500 - 57,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£5,000 welcome bonus

£5,000 annual bonus linked to quality

Management Incentive Plan

Additional holiday purchase scheme

Free meals on shift

Refer-a-friend bonus (£1,000)

Employee recognition schemes

Job summary

A large national care group in Gloucester is seeking an experienced Children’s Home Registered Manager to lead the opening of a new home. The role involves building a stable team, ensuring high standards of care, and advocating for young people's voices in decision-making. The ideal candidate should have a QCF Level 5 Diploma and proven experience in a residential setting. The position offers a competitive salary alongside bonuses for performance and quality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with vulnerable children and young people in a residential setting.
• Detail-oriented approach and ability to advocate effectively for young people.

Responsibilities

• Lead the opening of a new children’s home and build a stable team.
• Deliver high standards of care and ensure young people are safe and supported.

Skills

Leadership experience

Understanding of safeguarding

Ability to advocate for young people

Education

QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Residential Children’s Services

Job description

Job Title

Children’s Home Registered Manager

Location

Gloucester

Salary

£52,500 per annum DOE + £5,000 welcome bonus + £5,000 annual quality bonus

Working Hours / Shift Pattern

40 hours per week

Employment Type

Permanent

Service

Children’s Home

Service Users

Young people (up to 4 beds) with adverse childhood experiences

Qualifications Required

• QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Residential Children’s Services (or willingness to start within 6 months)

Experience Required

• Proven experience working with vulnerable children and young people in a residential setting, including leadership experience

The Home

• Number of beds: 4
• Ofsted rating: New home (pre‑registration / opening phase)

Who we are looking for

You are an experienced and motivated Registered Manager to lead the opening of a brand‑new children’s home. You will build and lead a stable team, deliver high standards of care, and ensure young people are safe, supported, and able to thrive.

You possess a strong understanding of safeguarding, quality standards, and the regulatory framework for children’s homes. A detail‑oriented approach is essential, along with the ability to advocate effectively for young people and keep their voices central to decision‑making.

This role requires a hands‑on leader who can combine structure with creativity, bringing a positive and solution‑focused mindset to the challenges of opening and developing a new service.

Who you will be working for

A well‑established provider within a large national care group, delivering care, education, and therapeutic support through a multi‑disciplinary approach.

Company type/size

Large national care group

Future plans

Ongoing growth and development of high‑quality residential services, with a focus on therapeutic, structured environments that support long‑term outcomes for young people.

Other services

Education and therapeutic support delivered alongside residential care.

Why this home & company

An opportunity to open and shape a new home from day one, with the backing of an established organisation. The service provides a stable, nurturing environment with clear structure and boundaries, supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes.

Progression

Clear progression pathways within a national organisation, including leadership opportunities and involvement in wider strategic development.

Training / Qualifications

• Comprehensive induction programme
• Management Development Training Programme
• Ongoing development through an in‑house Leadership Academy
• Access to a wide range of free online training courses

Benefits

• £5,000 welcome bonus (paid on successful registration)
• £5,000 annual bonus linked to quality and performance
• Management Incentive Plan (long‑term reward scheme)
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Free meals on shift
• Refer‑a‑friend bonus (£1,000)
• Employee recognition schemes and annual awards
• Access to grants via company foundation

Ethos

Person‑centred care with a focus on empowering young people. Strong emphasis on relationships, stability, and structure. Innovative and forward‑thinking approach to care delivery.

Culture

Supportive leadership with visible management. Collaborative, multi‑disciplinary working environment. Positive, approachable, and values‑driven teams.

Sponsorship is not available.

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