Registered Manager - Children's Residential

Brook Street Social Care; Wales; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A social care organization in Blaenau Gwent is looking for an experienced Registered Manager for their children's residential home. The ideal candidate will lead high-quality care, ensure compliance with safeguarding standards, and support a dedicated team. Essential qualifications include a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children's Health & Social Care and at least 2 years of management experience in a children's home. This role offers a competitive salary and various benefits including a company pension and well-being programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension

Casual dress

On-site parking

24/7 counselling and legal advice

Health and wellbeing assessments

Family care support

Lifestyle recommendations

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' management experience in a children's home.
• Registered with Social Care Wales and DBS Update Service preferred.
• Full UK Driving Licence is necessary.

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.

Skills

Leadership in children's care

Knowledge of safeguarding

Team development

Communication skills

Education

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

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
• Casual dress and on-site parking
• Access to premium well-being programme including: 24/7 counselling and legal advice, Health and wellbeing assessments, Family care support and lifestyle recommendations

If you are ready to lead a dedicated team and make a lasting impact in the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or call Kian on (phone number removed) for an informal chat about the role.