Registered Manager - Wolverhampton - Care Appointments

Wolverhampton Care; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care provider in Wolverhampton is seeking a manager to lead the registration process with Ofsted and deliver child-centered care. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management and have at least 2 years of supervisory experience in a children's home. This role offers a competitive salary of £47,000-£53,000 plus bonuses, personal wellbeing days, and a supportive culture focused on progression and work-life balance.

Benefits

Salary £47,000-£53,000

Ofsted bonuses up to £3,500

3 personal wellbeing days

Paid birthday leave

Laptop and work phone provided

£1,000 referral bonus

Supportive workplace culture

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience supervising staff in a children's home.
• Sound understanding of care planning and regulatory compliance.
• Proven Ofsted track record (Good or Outstanding).

Responsibilities

• Lead the registration of the home with Ofsted.
• Deliver high-quality, child-centred care.
• Maintain compliance and manage budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Regulatory compliance

Safeguarding

Child-centered care

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (Residential Childcare)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Take the lead in registering the home with Ofsted
• Recruit, build, and inspire your own staff team
• Deliver high-quality, child-centred care in line with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015
• Ensure smooth admissions and transitions for young people
• Build strong relationships with professionals, families, and community services
• Maintain compliance, manage budgets, and ensure robust safeguarding
• Be part of an on-call rota to support service continuity

Qualifications

• Join from the pre-registration phase and shape the home your way
• Backed by an experienced Responsible Individual and provider
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (Residential Childcare)
• At least 2 years' experience supervising staff in a children's home
• Sound understanding of care planning, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance
• Passion for working therapeutically with children and young people
• Proven Ofsted track record (Good or Outstanding)
• Full UK driving licence and Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)

Benefits

• £47,000-£53,000 salary + Ofsted bonuses (£2,500 for Good, £3,500 for Outstanding)
• 3 personal wellbeing days per year
• Paid birthday leave and meals on shift
• Laptop and work phone provided
• £1,000 referral bonus
• Supportive workplace culture with team-building and engagement days
• Strong focus on progression, development, and work-life balance