Registered Manager Children's Home LD

Calcot Services for Children; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Calcot Services for Children seeks a Registered Manager for a Children's Residential LD home in Berkshire/Basingstoke. You will lead a team, ensure a safe, therapeutic environment, and drive daily operations and regulatory compliance.

The role requires senior management experience in a residential setting, a Level 3 Diploma (Level 5 preferred), and a commitment to safeguarding and children's welfare. A KPI bonus aligns with performance and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in a residential setting.
• Knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding.
• Level 3 Diploma or equivalent is required; Level 5 Diploma preferred or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of the residential home and lead the team.
• Direct budgeting, governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate care plans and educational activities for children.
• Engage with external agencies and develop strategic plans for the home.

Skills

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Budgeting

Staff development

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Service

Job description

Registered Manager - Children's Residential - LD - Berkshire

Pay: £60,000.00 per year + 10% KPI Bonus ( up to £66,000 )

About The Role

Are you an incredible Registered Manager within Children’s Residential Care? If you are and you want a new challenge, come and join Calcot Services for Children.

Calcot Services for Children are growing and we are looking to recruit a Registered Manager to join our team.

We are looking for someone who wishes to make a difference to our children & young people’s lives and has proven experience of management at a senior level in a residential setting.

As the Registered Manager of a Residential Children’s Home specialising in learning disabilities, you will support Calcot Services for Children to ensure that a warm, nurturing, accepting therapeutic environment is evidenced, delivered and developed in accordance with the Company’s core values.

You will be responsible for the successful day to day running of the home whilst directing a team of qualified professionals, as well as inputting into the continuous strategic planning for developments within the home.

About You

As part of your role we would like you to join us with the following:

• An ability to lead a team and to work as part of a team alongside building professional relationships with all external agencies
• An ability to provide consistency of care and support to the young people
• Resilience and perseverance to manage and lead others during challenging periods within the home
• An ability to advocate and have unreserved commitment to support and represent disadvantaged and vulnerable groups
• Have an excellent working knowledge of governing legislation for children’s homes (Ofsted)
• Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce or equivalent
• Commitment to obtain (if not held) Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Service

About Us

We have a warm, caring, family style ethos and our homes are set up as such. They are welcoming places where the individual needs of the children are placed at the centre of all we do.

What's in it for you...

• Making a real difference in young people's lives and improving outcomes for young people
• A rewarding career working in Children's care
• Top rates of pay
• Access to health care (Vitality)
• Access to mental health & wellbeing employee assistance programme
• Access to salary sacrifice car scheme with Tusker, save money, get a brand-new car (conditions apply)
• Ongoing support in obtaining your level 5+ qualifications & other excellent training opportunities
• Access to Blue Light Card
• Death in service 4 x your annual salary

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role located in Basingstoke for a Registered Manager - Children's Residential - LD. The Registered Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the residential home, ensuring a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment. Daily tasks include staff management, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, budgeting, and overseeing care plans and educational pursuits for the children. The role requires coordination with external agencies, maintaining records, and providing training and development opportunities for staff.

Qualifications

• Excellent Communication skills and People Management skills
• Experience in Residential Real Estate and Budgeting
• Ability to manage Training programs for staff
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities
• Relevant qualifications in social work, psychology, or a related field
• Prior experience in a similar role, preferably within children's residential care
• Knowledge of therapeutic principles and child-focused care pathways

Calcot Services for Children are committed to ensuring that all positions are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and references. Calcot services for Children is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.