Registered Service Manager

A Wilderness Way Ltd; Blackwell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care organization in Blackwell is seeking an experienced manager to lead two solo occupancy homes for children. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 12 months’ experience in managing children's homes along with solid knowledge of relevant regulations. This role offers a salary up to £58,344 plus a £5,000 welcome bonus and a relocation package. The organization values strong leadership and provides significant investment in staff and resources to foster genuine change in children’s lives.

Benefits

£5,000 Welcome Bonus

Salary up to £58,344

33 days holiday

£8,000 Relocation package

Private Medical Insurance

Monthly Referral Bonuses

Pension & Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months’ experience managing a children’s home.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team.
• Solid knowledge of SCCIF, Children’s Homes Regs & Quality Standards.
• Full UK driving licence and access to transport.

Responsibilities

• Run two solo occupancy homes for children.
• Lead and inspire the team to deliver high-quality care.
• Ensure homes exceed Ofsted expectations and meet children's needs.
• Drive collaboration with external professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Resilience

Empathy

Education

Level 5 Diploma or working towards

Job description

At Wilderness Way, the children we support are the heart of every decision we make.

Please read the following job description thoroughly to ensure you are the right fit for this role before applying.

As our services continue to evolve, we’re re-registering our homes to build on that strong foundation and ensure we keep raising the bar.

We are now seeking experienced managers to lead our solo homes for up to 2 children, supporting one child at a time with 2 : 1 care.

This is not your average management role.

This is leadership where it counts where trauma‑responsive care meets real purpose, and where your decisions change lives, fast.

What You’ll Do

• Run two solo occupancy homes, shaping safe, structured spaces for children who need time to heal.
• Lead from the front.
• Recruit, develop and inspire an exceptional team.
• Build homes that exceed Ofsted expectations and meet every child’s unique needs.
• Drive collaboration with external professionals to achieve outstanding outcomes.
• Embed therapeutic care, high standards and stability from day one.

What’s In It For You

• £5,000 Welcome Bonus (paid in instalments; terms and conditions apply).
• Salary up to £58,344 (based on experience & qualifications).
• 33 days holiday, plus loyalty days at 2 & 5 years.
• Relocation package available up to £8,000 (terms and conditions apply).
• Monday‑Friday, 9‑5 with flexibility when needed.
• Private Medical Insurance, 24/7 GP, Medicash, gym discounts, dental/optical cashback.
• £1,000 Referral Bonuses monthly.
• Hero Awards.
• Career progression: coaching, qualifications & pathways in a growing, values‑led organisation.
• Pension & Life Assurance (2× salary).
• Exclusive Retail & Lifestyle Discounts.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 12 months’ experience managing a children’s home.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team.
• Solid knowledge of SCCIF, Children’s Homes Regs & Quality Standards.
• Level 5 Diploma (or working towards).
• Full UK driving licence and access to transport.
• Resilient, trauma‑informed leadership style with genuine heart.

Our services are small, specialist, and high‑impact.

We believe in relationships over routines, and in giving our leaders the tools and freedom to create real change.

• Collaboration.
• Adaptability.
• Respect.
• Empathy.

And we back it up with investment in people, homes, and the future.

Ready to take the lead? Click ‘Apply Now’ or email for an informal chat to ensure we are the right fit for you.

All roles at Wilderness Way are subject to Safer Recruitment checks, including references, an enhanced DBS, and online / social media screening for successful candidates.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, experience, or protected characteristics.