Registered Manager - Children's Home

TN United Kingdom; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Children's Home Manager in Hatfield. This role involves managing operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering emotional growth in young people. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in children's residential settings and a proactive leadership style. The position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and generous annual leave, along with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Welcome Bonus

Annual Salary Bonus

Free DBS Check

Ongoing Training

Pension Scheme

Wellbeing Support

Retail Discounts

Monthly Awards

Career Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a senior role within a children's residential setting.
• Proven experience in budget and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the home's operations, ensuring exceptional care.
• Drive strategic planning and service development for outstanding outcomes.
• Lead and mentor staff, overseeing appraisals and training.

Skills

Leadership

Budget Management

Emotional Support

Education

Level 3 or 4 in Children and Young People's Workforce

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care

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Registered Manager - Children's Home, Hatfield

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Client:

Leader Recruitment Group

Location:

Hatfield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Location: Hatfield
Salary: Up to £55,000 plus bonuses
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (flexible hours, including on-call duties)
Annual Leave: 32 days (including Bank Holidays)

About the Opportunity
Leader Recruitment Group is excited to collaborate with a respected provider to recruit a dynamic Children's Home Manager for a 4-bed residential home in Hatfield, specialising in Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a dedicated team, deliver outstanding care, and shape the lives of young people in a nurturing, therapeutic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of the home's operations, ensuring exceptional care and compliance with Ofsted and Children's Homes Regulations.

Drive strategic planning and service development to achieve outstanding outcomes for young people.

Lead, mentor, and train staff, overseeing work patterns, appraisals, and QCF Level 3 care-focused training.

Foster trusting relationships with children to support their emotional growth and recovery.

Act as a positive role model, creating a safe and supportive environment for both staff and young people.

Oversee budgets, financial performance, and safeguarding to maintain high standards.

Collaborate with external professionals to promote the well-being of young people.

About You

Minimum of 3 years' experience in a senior role within a children's residential setting.

Level 3 or 4 in Children and Young People's Workforce; achieved or working towards Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (Children and Young People's Management).

Strong understanding of The Children Act 1989, Children's Homes Regulations, and safeguarding protocols.

Proven experience in budget and financial management.

Full UK Driving Licence and flexibility for on-call duties.

A proactive, enthusiastic leader with a hands-on approach to people management.

A track record of delivering high Ofsted ratings.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary up to £55,000, plus a £5,000 welcome bonus, 21% annual salary bonus.

Generous 32 days' annual leave (including Bank Holidays).

Free DBS check and renewals, plus ongoing training from an award-winning Learning and Development Team.

Pension scheme and access to wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Programme.

Discounts for retail, holidays, and more.

Monthly Awards to celebrate outstanding contributions with exciting prizes.

Clear career progression opportunities within a supportive, growing organisation.

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Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.