Registered Manager - Children's Homes

Witherslack Group Ltd.; Rugby; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading provider of specialist education and care as a Registered Manager in a children’s home. You will oversee operations, support young people with emotional and mental health needs, and lead a dedicated team. Enjoy a competitive salary, bonuses, and a rewarding career path.

Benefits

10% annual bonus

30% bonus accrued annually

7 weeks’ holiday

Private Health Insurance

Meals provided during shifts

Flexible benefits package

Wellbeing tools and employee assistance programs

Refer a Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience managing an Ofsted-rated Good or Outstanding children’s home.
• A full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations and Ofsted requirements.
• Support young people through their daily lives.
• Create a safe and motivating environment.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Commitment to making a difference

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Total package: Up to £63,102 (7 bed children’s home)

PLUS 10% annual bonus

PLUS 30% bonus accrued each year

Those huge small victories

Working in our Children’s Homes means being a part of a young person’s day-to-day life. This involves supporting them through their highest highs and lowest lows. As a Registered Manager, you will ensure that the home environment supports this by making sure both staff and young people feel secure, safe, and motivated. Challenges will arise, but so will small moments that feel like huge small victories!

Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs. Our goal is to create the best possible outcomes for them. We achieve this through a holistic service approach, involving psychologists, occupational therapists, and other clinical team members to provide comprehensive support, ensuring positive outcomes through a well-coordinated service in SEND.

Get out what you put in

By managing daily operations and taking ownership of Ofsted requirements, you enable young people to reclaim their childhoods and build pathways to becoming well-rounded adults. This role is incredibly rewarding. You will be involved in new referrals and can be confident that you are providing a home within the UK’s leading provider of specialist education and care.

What we do for you

We recognize your potential and reward your dedication with a competitive salary and benefits package. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in young people's lives, plus enjoy the following benefits:

Salary: Base salary for 6-7 bed homes - £49,836 - £61,702

Bonuses: 10% annual bonus, approximately 10 weekends per year on call bonus of £2,500, and an attendance allowance of £1,400

Long-term incentive plan: A bonus of 30% of salary accrued annually and paid as a future lump sum

Training: A comprehensive 4-week induction at our Care Academy

Holiday: 7 weeks’ holiday to reward your hard work

Progression: Opportunities for career growth, with many regional managers promoted from within

Flexible benefits package: Customize your holiday allowance, pension, and life insurance. Details here

Wellbeing: Access to wellbeing tools and employee assistance programs

Private Health Insurance and Medical cover: Reimbursements for opticians, dentists, and more, plus high-street discounts

Meals provided during shifts

Beautiful working environments: State-of-the-art facilities in our homes, here

Refer a Friend Scheme: Earn a £1,000 bonus for each successful referral

Bring your whole self to work

At Witherslack Group, we celebrate diversity as it enriches our team and supports our young people. We offer exciting career opportunities in a supportive environment where you can thrive. Our requirements include:

Experience managing an Ofsted-rated Good or Outstanding children’s home

A passionate, enthusiastic leader committed to making a difference

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England)

A full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months

Join the UK’s premier provider of special education and care

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our young people. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and online searches. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all backgrounds.

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Keywords: Children’s Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Care Worker, Career in Care, Working with Children, SEMH #INDH

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