Registered Manager - Children's Home

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Barnsley

On-site

GBP 46,000 - 51,400

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + 8 statutory holidays

On-call payments

£3,000 bonus for outstanding Ofsted report

Pension scheme

Petrol allowance

Job summary

A children's care provider located in Barnsley is seeking a Children's Home Registered Manager to lead a small nurturing home that supports young people's emotional development. The role involves ensuring high-quality care delivery, team management, and compliance with Ofsted standards. Essential qualifications include a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management and experience in managing an Ofsted-registered home. Competitive salary with bonuses, including a £3,000 bonus for outstanding Ofsted reports, and progressive opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

Experience managing or supervising staff in an Ofsted-registered home.
Strong knowledge of Ofsted frameworks and SCIP.
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

Manage the home and ensure high-quality care.
Lead and supervise the team and perform staff appraisals.
Maintain compliance with legislation and policy.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Safeguarding

Child protection knowledge

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management

Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner

Level 3 Residential Childcare

Job description

🌟 Children’s Home Registered Manager 🌟 Location: Barnsley Salary: £46,000 per annum (potential to earn up to £51,400 via Ofsted & Occupancy bonuses) Working Hours: 39 hours per week, Full-time, Permanent

The Home

Number of Beds: 2 Type of YPs: Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), Trauma, Neglect

This is a small, nurturing home designed to offer stability, safety, and emotional development for young people with EBD and trauma-related needs. The focus is on fostering meaningful relationships to support young people as they transition into adulthood.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Children’s Home Registered Manager to lead the Barnsley home. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on making a real difference in young people’s lives, can lead and inspire a team, and ensure high-quality care delivery in line with legislation and Ofsted standards.

Essential Requirements

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (or willingness to work towards it)
Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner or Level 3 Residential Childcare
Previous experience managing or supervising staff within an Ofsted-registered children’s home
Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and Ofsted frameworks (SCIFF)
Proven leadership, team management, and people development skills
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Why This Home

Progression Opportunities: Internal promotions and leadership development encouraged
Qualification Opportunities: Funded training including Level 5 Leadership & Management
Ethos: Building emotional resilience and promoting independence
Culture: Supportive, inclusive, and family-feel environment

Key Responsibilities

Overall management of the home, ensuring high-quality care and safeguarding
Lead, develop, and supervise the team, including staff inductions, appraisals, and CPD
Maintain compliance with all legislation, regulations, and policies
Oversee admissions, discharges, care planning, and quality assurance
Chair and participate in meetings with professionals, commissioners, and Ofsted
Manage budgets, resources, and on-call responsibilities where required

Benefits Include