Registered Manager

Sgscare; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonuses

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Enhanced DBS check

Supportive management structure

Job summary

Sgscare is seeking a Registered Manager for a children's residential home in Swindon. This role involves leading the home, ensuring compliance with legislation, and delivering high-quality, child-centered care. Candidates should have a strong background in residential childcare, with a Level 5 Diploma and experienced in managing teams.

The position offers a starting salary of £45,000 per annum, with opportunities for performance-related bonuses, professional growth, and a supportive working environment focused on achieving excellent outcomes for children.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years working with children within the last five years.
• At least one year in a senior position within children's residential care.

Responsibilities

• Lead a children's residential home ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Drive positive outcomes for children and young people.
• Manage team performance and development.

Skills

Leadership in residential childcare

Safeguarding knowledge

Regulatory compliance management

Budget management

Communication skills

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care

Job description

Job Title

Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home

Location

Swindon

Salary

Starting from £45,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus performance-related bonuses

Working Hours / Shift Pattern

37.5 hours per week | Generally Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm. Flexibility required as the service operates 24/7, 365 days per year.

Employment Type

Permanent, Full-Time

Service

Children's Residential Home

Qualifications Required

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services (or equivalent), or willingness to work towards the qualification

Experience Required

Minimum three years working with children within the last five years, including at least one year in a senior position within children's residential care

The Home

Our client is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a children's residential home in Swindon. This is an opportunity to join a growing organisation committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for children and young people through high-quality, child-centred care.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the home, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations, and driving positive outcomes for children. The role offers autonomy, professional growth, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on young people's lives.

Who we are looking for

• Be passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people
• Have experience leading and developing residential childcare teams
• Be confident managing Ofsted inspections and regulatory compliance
• Have strong safeguarding knowledge and experience
• Be capable of managing budgets, staffing structures, and service development
• Build effective relationships with local authorities, commissioners, families, and partner agencies
• Demonstrate excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Be committed to continuous improvement and achieving at least a Good Ofsted rating

Who you will be working for

Our client is an ambitious and growing care provider focused on delivering high‑quality residential services for children and young people. They are committed to creating nurturing environments where children can thrive and achieve positive outcomes.

Why this home & company

• Opportunity to lead and shape a children's residential service
• Autonomy to make key operational decisions
• Performance-related bonus opportunities
• Join a growing organisation with ambitious plans for the future
• Strong focus on achieving excellent outcomes for children and young people
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced operational leaders
• Enhanced DBS funded
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Progression

Our client is committed to supporting career development and progression as the organisation continues to grow.

Training / qualifications

• Ongoing professional development
• Continuous learning opportunities
• Support towards further qualifications where appropriate

Benefits

• Starting salary from £45,000 depending on experience
• Performance-related bonuses
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Full-time permanent position
• Enhanced DBS check
• Supportive management structure

Ethos

Delivering positive outcomes for children and young people is at the heart of everything our client does. The organisation is committed to providing safe, nurturing, and aspirational environments where children can achieve their full potential.

Culture

A supportive, child-focused culture that values collaboration, professional development, accountability, and high standards of care. Staff are encouraged to contribute ideas, drive improvement, and play an active role in shaping services.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship is not available.