Registered Manager - Children's Residential Homes

WMJobs; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Registered Manager for their children's residential homes in Solihull. The role involves managing a newly refurbished home, ensuring high-quality care, and leading a dedicated staff team. Competitive salary and relocation support offered.

Benefits

Relocation support up to £6,500

Access to training via Children’s Social Care Academy

Local government pension scheme

25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 after 5 years

Option to buy up to 10 additional leave days annually

Extensive wellbeing support

Staff discounts and other benefits

Qualifications

• OFSTED Registration as a Residential Care Manager or substantial experience.
• Commitment to complete Level 5 Diploma within 3 years.
• Experience managing or leading a team in a residential children’s home.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a newly refurbished 3-bed children’s home.
• Lead and inspire a committed staff team to provide high-quality care.
• Ensure continuous professional development and support for staff.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Resilience

Tenacity

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care

Job description

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Homes

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REGISTERED MANAGER – CHILDREN'S HOMES

Salary up to £51,802 per annum. This salary includes two atypical increment payments for working an on-call rota.

Hours: 37 hours per week.

About This Role

We have a fabulous opportunity for two child-focused, passionate, and experienced Registered Managers to join our new children’s residential service in Solihull. Whether you are currently a Deputy Manager or Team Leader in a Children’s Home, or an experienced Registered Manager seeking a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Working closely with the Residential Operations Manager, you will play an integral role in developing and managing one of our newly refurbished 3-bed children’s homes, building a service centered around our children and young people.

We seek a Registered Manager who listens and cares about what our children have to say, understands that each child is unique, and is keen to truly understand each of them. Through your strong management, our children will receive high-quality care. You will lead and inspire a committed staff team to create a home that is safe, comfortable, and feels like home—where staff go above and beyond, and children feel valued.

You will be supported by a leadership team that shares these commitments and values continuous professional development. We provide high-quality training through our social care academy, and each home has a dedicated clinical support team for regular supervision. We will ensure you receive the guidance and training needed to realize this vision, enabling our children to reach their full potential.

Our Offer to You

• A competitive salary with atypical payments for on-call work
• Relocation support up to £6,500 for candidates moving more than 25 miles away
• Access to training via our Children’s Social Care Academy
• Local government pension scheme with 6.8% contribution
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days after 5 years
• Option to buy up to 10 additional leave days annually
• Extensive wellbeing support, including a 24-hour employee assistance program
• Staff discounts and other benefits

About You

To succeed, you will have:

• OFSTED Registration as a Residential Care Manager or substantial experience working in a residential children’s care home, with a goal to secure OFSTED registration within 6 months
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Young People’s Services (or equivalent), or a commitment to complete within 3 years
• Experience managing or leading a team in a residential children’s home
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, including The Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015
• Ability to develop collaborative relationships with agencies
• Resilience and tenacity to drive continuous improvement and deliver exceptional care

Contact Us

If you're ready for your next challenge and want to join our supportive team, we would love to hear from you. Contact Beth Massey, Residential Operations Manager – Childrens Homes, at [e-mail] for more information. To apply, click the link provided. Closing date: 8 June 2025. Applications may be reviewed periodically, so early submission is encouraged. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient interest is received.

Further Information

This role is an essential car user position due to operational demands. Applicants must be able to drive, own a vehicle, and hold a valid license. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants. The role is subject to Schedule 2 checks, including a DBS check and medical questionnaire. It also complies with the English language requirements for public sector workers as per the Fluency Duty. Solihull Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to diversity and safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults.