Registered Manager - Children's Residential

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

Job summary

A children's residential care provider in Blaenau Gwent is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to oversee operations at their residential home. You will be responsible for leading a skilled team, ensuring high-quality care for young people with complex needs. The ideal candidate will have a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children's Health & Social Care and a proven management experience in a children's setting. This role offers up to £50,000 salary, benefits including a pension and wellbeing programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension

Access to wellbeing programme

Casual dress

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience managing a children's home for a minimum of 2 years.
• Ability to ensure compliance with safeguarding and inspection frameworks.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee home's operations ensuring high-quality care.
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Officer.
• Recruit and develop staff to maintain a skilled team.
• Promote a culture of dignity, respect, and justice.

Skills

Leadership in children's care

Knowledge of safeguarding

HR procedures

Staff development

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 wellbeing 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 02920 224 755 for an informal chat about the role.

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