Registered Manager - Children's Home

Sgscare; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded Level 5 qualification support

Personal development opportunities

Wellbeing programmes

Employee benefits and recognition schemes

Job summary

Sgscare is seeking a Registered Manager in Stockton-On-Tees to lead a children's home dedicated to EBD, Trauma, and Neglect. The role requires a confident leader with a minimum of 2 years in residential childcare and willingness to work towards a Level 5 Diploma. The company offers excellent career development opportunities, qualification support, and a strong employee benefits package, fostering a child-centred and collaborative culture.

You will be part of a large-scale provider with innovative partnerships, ensuring the best outcomes for young people.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years experience in residential childcare.
• At least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Willingness to work towards Level 5 Diploma if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Lead a children’s home providing support to young people.
• Develop care plans and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Build a positive culture within a new, innovative provision.

Skills

Leadership in residential care

Trauma-informed practice

Resource management

Care plan development

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Job Title: Registered Manager

Location: Stockton-On-Tees

Salary: £55,000 per annum + £5,000 OTE Bonus

Working Hour: 40 hours per week

Service: Children’s Home

Service Users: YPs with EBD, Trauma, CSE, Neglect

Qualifications Required: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards within 6 months)

Experience Required: 2+ years in residential childcare, including 1 year in a supervisory role

Employment Type: Permanent

About the Home

• Number of Beds: 1 / Solo
• Location: Stockton-On-Tees
• Type of YPs: EBD, Trauma, Neglect, CSE

Who we are looking for

• A confident leader with a proven background in children’s residential care
• Someone passionate about trauma-informed practice
• A skilled manager who can effectively manage resources, develop care plans, and ensure compliance
• An individual with the drive to build a positive culture and lead a new, innovative provision

Who you will be working for

• Large‑scale provider with homes nationwide
• Offering structure and support
• Innovative partnership model with strong local authority backing
• Part of a wider network of services including education, fostering, and therapeutic provision

Why this Home & Company

• Unrivalled Career Development: Access to in‑house Leadership Academy & bespoke management development training
• Progression Opportunities: Join a company that invests in its managers and grows internal talent
• Qualification Support: Fully funded L5 (if not already held) and CPD opportunities
• Wellbeing Programme: Access to mental health support, EAP, and health schemes
• Team Culture & Ethos: Child‑centred, inclusive, therapeutic, and collaborative
• Reward & Recognition: Bonus scheme, Long Service Awards, Recommend a Friend scheme
• Employee Benefits: Discounted family days out, retail vouchers, pension, and more