Registered Manager Children Home

RJS Resourcing Ltd; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care provider in Solihull is seeking a Registered Manager to lead a new residential home. The role involves ensuring outstanding child-centered care, mentoring staff, and overseeing compliance with regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in children's residential care and a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management. This position provides a supportive environment focused on achieving the best outcomes for children, along with competitive salary and bonuses.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development

Access to specialist therapeutic training and support

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience in children's residential care, ideally in an EBD or therapeutic environment.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches.
• Strong resilience and commitment to achieving the best outcomes for young people.

Responsibilities

• Lead the running of a children's residential home, ensuring outstanding care.
• Support and develop the staff team to deliver consistent care.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted standards.

Skills

Leadership

Decision-making

People management

Empathy

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Overview

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home
Location: Solihull, Birmingham
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 + bonuses
Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you an experienced Residential Childcare professional ready to take the lead in creating a safe, therapeutic, and truly child-centred home?

This is an exciting opportunity for a Registered Manager (or an experienced Deputy looking to step up) to play a pivotal role in shaping a new children's home environment, where fun, laughter, and meaningful experiences are at the heart of every day.

What’s on Offer

• £45,000 - £55,000 + bonuses
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development
• Access to specialist therapeutic training and support
• Career advancement in a values-driven, expanding organisation

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running of a children''s residential home, ensuring the delivery of outstanding, child-centred care
• Support, mentor, and develop the staff team to provide consistent, therapeutic, and trauma-informed care
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted standards, safeguarding procedures, and all relevant regulations
• Oversee care planning, placement reviews, and ensure each child''s voice is central to decision-making
• Work closely with the Responsible Individual and senior leadership, contributing to the strategic growth and direction of the service

What We’re Looking For

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent/working towards)
• Significant experience in children's residential care, ideally within an EBD or therapeutic environment
• Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches such as PACE (beneficial, though training will be provided)
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and people management skills
• Resilient, empathetic, and committed to achieving the best outcomes for young people

This role offers the chance to lead a home where children can feel safe, valued, and supported to reach their full potential. If you share our core values of Care, Support, and Development, we'd love to hear from you