Registered Manager - Children's Residential

Brook Street UK; Bedford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care provider is seeking a Registered Manager to lead a residential home in Blaenau Gwent. The role involves ensuring compliance with care standards, recruiting and developing staff, and promoting a supportive environment for young people. Candidates must hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children's Health & Social Care and possess strong safeguarding knowledge. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000 and a company pension.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension

Qualifications

• Experience as a Registered Manager in a children's residential home.
• Comprehensive knowledge of safeguarding laws and practices.
• Strong leadership skills with a capacity to inspire and motivate staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead the children's residential home ensuring compliance with all regulations.
• Oversee safeguarding practices and act as Designated Safeguarding Officer.
• Recruit and develop a skilled team to deliver high-quality care.

Skills

Leadership in children's care

Safeguarding knowledge

Team recruitment and development

Crisis management

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children's Health & Social Care

Job description

Job Description

Registered Manager - Children's Residential

Location: Blaenau Gwent

Salary: Up to £50,000

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a well-established children's residential home in Blaenau Gwent. You will oversee the home's operations, ensuring compliance and delivering trauma-informed care for young people with complex needs, including Autism, EBD, and CSE risk.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage high-quality care in line with Welsh Government standards
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, RISCA, and inspection frameworks
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Officer and oversee safeguarding practices
• Recruit, supervise, and develop staff to maintain a skilled team
• Promote a culture of dignity, respect, and restorative justice

Essential Requirements

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children's Health & Social Care (essential)
• Registered with Social Care Wales and DBS Update Service (preferred)
• Minimum 2 years' management experience in a children's home (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, RISCA, and HR procedures
• Full UK Driving Licence

Benefits

• Competitive salary and company pension