Registered Manager

Diamond Search Recruitment Ltd; Walsall; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£7,500 Welcome Bonus

Christmas Bonus

Job summary

Diamond Search Recruitment Ltd is representing a highly innovative residential care provider in Walsall seeking an experienced Registered Manager for a 4-bed EBD children's home. You will lead a motivated team to deliver exceptional care in a compliant setting, with a competitive salary and a £7,500 joining bonus.

This permanent, 37.5-hour role offers stability, professional development, and a supportive senior leadership team to back your leadership and safeguarding expertise.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in children's residential care management.
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 Diploma for the Children's and Young People's Workforce.
• QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Residential Children's Services.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and familiarity with the Children's Homes Regulations (2015).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Resilience, compassion and strong leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations and management of the children's home.
• Ensure high-quality care and regulatory compliance across the home.
• Drive continuous improvement and oversee a 4-bed EBD provision.

Skills

Residential care management

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 Diploma for the Children’s and Young People’s Workforce

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

Job description

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Care (EBD)

Location: Walsall, West Midlands

Salary: £51,500 - £60,000 per annum + £7,500 Welcome Bonus

Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Permanent

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Registered Manager looking for a role where you can actually make an impact, without burning out? We are exclusively representing a highly innovative, values-led residential care provider looking for a passionate leader to take the reins of their 4-bed EBD children's home in Walsall. This is a genuine opportunity to lead a motivated team, shape a nurturing environment for young people aged 8-17, and build a sustainable career. With a highly competitive salary, a massive £7,500 joining bonus, and a realistic 37.5-hour working week, this role rewards your expertise while respecting your time.

The Role

As Registered Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day leadership and management of the home. You will ensure exceptional care, full compliance with Children's Homes Regulations, and drive continuous improvement to achieve outstanding outcomes for the young people in your care. You'll be backed by a robust, supportive senior leadership team and given the autonomy to run the home your way.

What We're Looking For:

• Extensive experience in children's residential care management (EBD/LD experience highly desirable).
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 Diploma for the Children's and Young People's Workforce.
• QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Residential Children's Services (or a genuine willingness to undertake this as part of the role).
• Strong, up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding, the Children's Homes Regulations (2015), and the SCCIF.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Resilience, compassion, and excellent leadership skills.

Why Join Our Client?

• £7,500 Welcome Bonus + Christmas Bonus.
• 37.5-hour week - a sustainable, realistic working pattern for a Registered Manager.
• Real Living Wage employer with highly competitive pay rates.
• Face-to-face therapeutic training and ongoing support via their exclusive SHINE programme.
• Comprehensive induction, high-quality CPD, and financial support towards professional qualifications.
• Life Assurance, Financial Wellbeing Service, and a confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to Tastecard, Bluelight Card, and MyGym discounts.

Interviews are happening now, and our client is looking for someone to start as soon as possible.