Registered Manager - Ofsted Children Residential

Sgscare; Southampton; On-site; GBP 47,095 - 57,560; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive induction and ongoing CPD

Pension scheme

Regular supervision and reflective practice

Opportunities to influence and shape new services

Bonus Scheme

Job summary

A dedicated children's residential care provider is seeking a compassionate Registered Manager to lead a team in Southampton. The successful candidate will have at least two years of management experience in an Ofsted-registered setting and a Level 5 Diploma or willingness to achieve it. This role involves providing high-quality care for children facing emotional and behavioural challenges. Competitive salary and opportunities for career progression are offered within a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years as a Deputy Manager or Registered Manager in an Ofsted-registered setting.
• Proven track record of leading residential teams.
• Willingness to complete Level 5 Diploma within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead residential teams to deliver high-quality care.
• Achieve positive outcomes for children and young people.
• Embed strong safeguarding practices.

Skills

Leadership

Compassion

Therapeutic culture embedding

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children and Young People’s Services)

Job description

Job Title: Registered Manager – Children’s Home 👩💼🏡
Location: Locks Heath, Southampton
Salary: From £52,328 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Employment Type: Permanent

Service: Children’s Residential Home
Service Users: Young People (YPs) aged 8–17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and trauma‑related backgrounds
Qualifications Required: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children and Young People’s Services) or willingness to complete within 12 months
Experience in Years Required: Minimum 2 years as a Deputy Manager or Registered Manager in an Ofsted‑registered setting

The Home:

• Location: Locks Heath, Southampton

• Type of YPs: EBD, trauma, neglect, attachment difficulties

• Ofsted Rating: Good (aiming for Outstanding)

Who we are looking for…

A compassionate and dedicated Registered Manager with a proven track record of leading residential teams to deliver high‑quality care and achieve positive outcomes for children and young people. You will be an experienced leader who thrives in a nurturing environment and is passionate about embedding a strong safeguarding and therapeutic culture.

Who you will be working for…

A well‑established and growing provider of children’s residential services, committed to supporting children who have experienced trauma, neglect, and disruption in their early lives.

• Family‑run and child‑centred organisation

• Currently operating multiple homes across the South Coast

• Expansion plans for additional provisions in 2025

• Strong focus on staff wellbeing and development

Why this Home & Company…

✨ Progression Opportunity: Clear career development into Operational or Regional roles
🎓 Qualification Support: Funded Level 5 and leadership training
💰 Bonus Scheme: Excellent performance‑related bonuses
💙 Culture & Ethos: Nurturing, supportive, and child‑focused – “every decision is made with the child at the heart.”
🌟 Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing CPD

• Pension scheme

• Regular supervision and reflective practice

• Opportunities to influence and shape new services

Sponsorship is not available for this role.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client’s professional and dedicated team, they encourage you to apply today.

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