Registered Manager

Brook Street; Swindon; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus schemes

Benefits package

Job summary

Brook Street in Swindon is seeking a Registered Manager to lead a Children's Residential Home, ensuring the highest standards of care and safeguarding for children and young people.

You will develop a capable team, drive service improvement, and maintain Ofsted compliance while supporting growth and ambitious outcomes.

This full-time role offers a competitive salary, bonus schemes, and benefits as part of a supportive leadership structure.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Registered Manager within Children's Residential Care
• Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and quality standards
• Proven leadership and people management skills
• Experience driving positive outcomes for children and young people
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child-centred practices
• Experience developing teams and improving service performance

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and management of the residential service
• Ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, and child-centred care
• Maintain compliance with Ofsted regulations and organisational standards
• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing staff team
• Promote positive outcomes for children and young people
• Drive continuous improvement across quality, performance, and care delivery
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, local authorities, families, and professionals
• Support the growth and development of the service
• Ensure safeguarding remains at the forefront of all practice
• Foster a positive culture where both children and colleagues can succeed

Skills

Leadership

People management

Safeguarding

Child-centred approach

Ofsted knowledge

Quality standards

Team development

Continuous improvement

Growth mindset

Job description

Job Title: Registered Manager

Specialism: Children's Residential Home

Location: Swindon

Contract: Full Time | Permanent

Salary: £55,000 - £70,000 + Bonus Schemes & Benefits

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to join a growing Children's Social Care provider in Swindon.

This organisation is investing heavily in its people, strengthening its services, and maintaining a clear commitment to delivering outstanding outcomes for children and young people. As part of their continued growth, they are looking for a dedicated leader to oversee and develop one of their residential services, ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and support.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Registered Manager seeking a role where they can make a genuine difference while being supported by an experienced and highly respected leadership team.

Why Join This Organisation?

• Salary up to £70,000 (negotiable for the right individual)
• 10% annual bonus scheme
• Strong and competitive benefits package
• Full support with service growth and development
• Clear career progression opportunities aligned to your ambitions
• Opportunity to shape and influence services during an exciting period of growth
• Backing from an experienced senior leadership team with a proven track record in children's services
• Genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

What truly sets this organisation apart is its leadership team. They have a proven history of delivering meaningful and lasting improvements in the protection, care, and outcomes of the children they support.

Growth remains a key focus, but never at the expense of quality. The organisation is committed to creating safe, nurturing environments where children can thrive, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential.

This is an opportunity to join a provider that genuinely places children at the centre of every decision it makes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and management of the residential service
• Ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, and child-centred care
• Maintain compliance with Ofsted regulations and organisational standards
• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing staff team
• Promote positive outcomes for children and young people
• Drive continuous improvement across quality, performance, and care delivery
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, local authorities, families, and professionals
• Support the growth and development of the service
• Ensure safeguarding remains at the forefront of all practice
• Foster a positive culture where both children and colleagues can succeed

About You

We are seeking an experienced and motivated leader who is passionate about making a difference in children's lives.

The ideal candidate will be:

• An experienced Registered Manager within Children's Residential Care
• A strong and visible leader with a child-focused approach
• Passionate about delivering outstanding outcomes for children and young people
• Experienced in leading and developing successful care teams
• Knowledgeable around safeguarding, legislation, and regulatory requirements
• Committed to continuous improvement and service development
• Ambitious and motivated to progress within a growing organisation
• Resilient, proactive, and solutions-focused

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Previous experience as a Registered Manager within Children's Residential Care
• Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and quality standards
• Proven leadership and people management skills
• Experience driving positive outcomes for children and young people
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child-centred practices
• Experience developing teams and improving service performance

Desirable

• Experience supporting service growth and development
• Track record of successful inspections and quality improvements
• Experience working within growing or multi-service children's care organisations

What We’re Looking For

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Registered Manager who wants to join an organisation that values expertise, supports professional development, and is committed to delivering exceptional care.

We are looking for someone who can build on strong foundations, inspire teams, and help shape the future of the service while ensuring children receive the highest level of care and support.

If you’re looking for a role where your leadership can make a lasting impact and where you’ll be supported by an ambitious and experienced leadership team, we’d love to speak with you.

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