Registered Manager - Children's Home

Dunwall Associates; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care home provider is seeking a Registered Manager to lead their operational activities in a new 8-10 bed home in Brightlingsea. The role focuses on creating a nurturing environment for children with learning disabilities and complex needs. Responsibilities include overseeing management practices, ensuring compliance with Ofsted standards, and managing care planning and staffing. The company offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance, and an inclusive culture with career development opportunities.

Benefits

Company pension

Health & wellbeing programme

Free parking

Discounted or free food

Casual dress

Referral programme

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a children's care home and understanding of children's needs.
• Strong leadership abilities to manage staff and drive a caring environment.
• Knowledge of Ofsted standards and Children's Homes Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational management of the children's home.
• Lead care planning and staff management.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards.

Job description

Location: Colchester, CO7

Salary: From £75,000 per year

Contract: Full time, Permanent

Benefits: Company pension, Health & wellbeing programme, Free parking & on-site parking, Discounted or free food, Casual dress, Referral programme and Relocation assistance

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Supportive, inclusive culture with career progression opportunities.
• Comprehensive training and development.
• Meaningful work that truly makes a difference.

Are you an experienced leader passionate about transforming the lives of children with learning disabilities and complex needs

We operate a new 8-10 bed children's home in Brightlingsea, and we're looking for a Registered Manager to lead this exciting new provision.

This is your opportunity to create a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment where every child can thrive.

What You'll Do

• Oversee the full operational management of the home in line with Ofsted standards and Children's Homes Regulations.
• Lead on care planning, safeguarding, staffing, and quality assurance.
• Ensure high-quality, person-centred care tailored to individual needs.
• Build a positive, professional culture mento...