Registered Manager

SuperHiring; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 GP access

CPD opportunities

Leadership mentoring

Internal progression pathways

Extensive training

Job summary

The Registered Manager will lead a specialist Children's Residential Home in Eastbourne, focusing on safety, predictability and tailored support for young people with complex needs. The role will require strong leadership and a capable, well-supported staff team to meet regulatory standards.

Relocation support may be available. You will work with central HR, finance and a multidisciplinary therapy team, ensuring high-quality care, staff development and trauma-informed leadership across the home.

Qualifications

• Experience as Registered Manager or Deputy in a Children's Residential Home.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations.
• Evidence of trauma-informed leadership approach.

Responsibilities

• Hold full responsibility for safe, effective running of the home.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted and the Children's Homes Regulations 2015.
• Lead and develop a stable team of staff.
• Promote a therapeutic culture across the home.
• Oversee care planning, risk management and safeguarding.
• Collaborate with external professionals and services.

Skills

Leadership

Ofsted regs

Safeguarding

Trauma-informed

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management

Job description

Registered Manager (BBBH275) Middlesbrough, England

Salary: GBP50000 - GBP70000 per annum

Registered Manager - Ofsted Registered Children's Residential Home

Job Title : Registered Manager

Location : Eastbourne (RELOCATION CANDIDATES FROM ACROSS THE UK ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY)

Salary : £50,000 - £70,000

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a specialist Children's Residential Home in Eastbourne. This is a leadership role requiring strong clinical awareness, calm and consistent management, and the ability to build a resilient, well supported staff team capable of meeting the needs of young people who require predictability, safety and specialist support. The Registered Manager will be responsible for creating an environment where young people feel understood, safe and supported to develop independence and life skills, while ensuring the home meets and exceeds Ofsted and regulatory standards. You will be supported by strong central functions including HR, finance, recruitment, training and a multidisciplinary therapy team, allowing you to focus on delivering high quality care and leadership within the home.

We welcome applications from experienced Registered Managers across the UK who are looking to relocate to Eastbourne. If you're seeking a fresh challenge with an ambitious and growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Relocation support may be available for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Hold full responsibility for the safe and effective running of the home
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and the Children's Homes Regulations 2015
• Lead and develop a stable team of Deputy Managers, Senior Coaches and Residential Support Workers
• Promote a therapeutic culture across the home
• Ensure staff feel supported, confident and able to manage complex behaviours safely
• Oversee care planning, behaviour support strategies and risk management
• Ensure safeguarding practices are robust and consistently applied
• Lead serious incident reviews, audits and quality improvement processes
• Work closely with external professionals including social workers, education providers, CAMHS and therapists
• Embed trauma-informed approaches across the service
• Ensure young people experience consistency, routine and emotional safety
• Support staff to use de-escalation, positive behaviour support and reflective practice
• Manage staffing, rotas and recruitment in line with safer recruitment practices
• Monitor budgets and operational performance
• Ensure training, supervision and development plans are delivered to staff

About You

We are looking for someone who combines strong leadership with genuine compassion for young people with complex needs. You will have:

• Previous experience as a Registered Manager, Care Manager or Deputy Manager in a Children's Residential Home
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding frameworks
• Experience supporting young people with Learning Disabilities, Complex Behaviours or Mental Health needs
• A calm, reflective and trauma informed leadership style
• The ability to build stable teams in complex and challenging environments
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (completed, in process, or willing to complete)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Performance related bonus scheme
• 24/7 GP access
• Strong central services team, including HR, finance, recruitment, training and therapy
• Extensive training and CPD opportunities
• Leadership mentoring and internal progression pathways

Safer Recruitment

All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, referencing and full safer recruitment procedures.