Registered Manager - Children's Homes

Providerat Witherslack Group; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On‑call bonus £2,500

Attendance allowance £1,400

Long-term incentive 30% of salary

7 weeks holiday

Private health insurance

Meals provided

7 weeks' holiday

Recommend a friend bonus

Pension

Job summary

The Witherslack Group seeks a Registered Manager to lead a 5-bed children's home in North Yorkshire. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality care, ensuring Ofsted compliance and positive outcomes for young people, with a focus on safeguarding, staff development and family partnership.

This role offers a comprehensive package including a base salary of £51,331–£63,553, with a total package up to £73,808, a 30% annual bonus, 7 weeks’ holiday, private health insurance, meals on site,

Qualifications

• Experience managing an Ofsted rated Good or Outstanding children's home.
• A committed and enthusiastic leader with a passion to make a difference.
• Level 5 Diploma qualification in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England).
• A full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months.

Education

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

Job description

Registered Manager - Children's Homes

2026-10-01T00:00:00

Broom Hill

North Yorkshire

GB

TS17 5

Full Time

Salary and Benefits

• Total package: Up to £73,808 per annum (5 bed children's home) PLUS 30% bonus accrued each year
• Bonuses: £2,500 on call bonus (approx. 10 weekends per year) and Attendance allowance £1,400
• Long-term incentive plan: a bonus of 30% of salary accrued each year and paid as a future lump sum
• Salary: Base salary of £51,331 - £63,553
• Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy
• Holiday: 7 weeks' holiday
• Progression: Most of our regional managers have been promoted from within our group
• Flexible benefits package: holiday allowance, pension, and life insurance options
• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and employee assistance
• Private Health Insurance and Medical cover to claim back costs for services like opticians or dentists
• Meals provided while at work
• Beautiful working environments with top Facilities
• Recommend a friend scheme offering a £1,000 bonus

Our Values and Diversity

Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone's differences as that's what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. We aim to build an exciting career in a fast-growing organization, where you're free to achieve your potential.

What We Need From You

• Experience managing an Ofsted rated Good or Outstanding children's home
• A committed and enthusiastic leader with a passion to make a difference
• Level 5 Diploma qualification in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England)
• A full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months

About Us and Our Commitments

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and truly belongs. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the strengths each person brings to our community.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognized as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices accessible. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll support you every step of the way.

By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every team member can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (costs covered) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

Related Roles

Children's Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Care Worker, Career in Care, Working with Children, SEMH